Easy Peppermint Bark Recipe – Simply Southern Mom (2024)

Written by Pam Published on December 15, 2016

Want to make candy but think it is too complicated? What if I said you could make this easy peppermint bark recipe with only two ingredients? And I promised the recipe wouldn’t take over 10 minutes of prep time? This recipe is so simple almost anyone can make it, but tastes so good. It’s a great addition to candy baskets, is fun for the kids to help make, and is naturally gluten free. You can make this taste like the expensive gourmet treats by using a good quality white chocolate chips. (Think of something like Godiva white chocolate chips.)

Ingredients
1 package white candy coating (or use 2 cups premium quality white chocolate chips)
12 candy canes, crushed

Directions
Step 1: Unwrap candy canes and crush into small pieces. You can use a food processor or blender. If you don’t have either of these appliances, place the candy in a plastic freezer bag and crush them with a wooden spoon. This is one of my kid’s favorite parts of making the recipe!

Step 2: Melt the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl for1 1/2 minutes. Remove for microwave and stir. If chips/coating is not completely melted, return to the microwave for another minute to 1 1/2 minutes. Stir until smooth.

Step 3: Mix in crushed candy canes until well blended.

Step 4: Spread evenly onto waxed paper. Place waxed paper on baking sheets, if desired. Chill in the refrigerator or freezer 8-10 minutes or until firm.

Step 5: Break candy into small pieces and store in airtight containers.

Easy Peppermint Bark Recipe

Ingredients

1 package white candy coating (or use 2 cups premium quality white chocolate chips)
12 candy canes, crushed

Instructions

Step 1: Unwrap candy canes and crush into small pieces. You can use a food processor or blender. If you don’t have either of these appliances, place the candy in a plastic freezer bag and crush them with a wooden spoon. This is one of my kid’s favorite parts of making the recipe!
Step 2: Melt the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl for 1 1/2 minutes. Remove for microwave and stir. If chips/coating is not completely melted, return to the microwave for another minute to 1 1/2 minutes. Stir until smooth.
Step 3: Mix in crushed candy canes until well blended.
Step 4: Spread evenly onto waxed paper. Place waxed paper on baking sheets, if desired. Chill in the refrigerator or freezer 8-10 minutes or until firm.
Step 5: Break candy into small pieces and store in airtight containers.

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33 Comments

Jasmine Watts
December 19, 2016 at 6:29 am

Peppermint bark looks super easy to make. I would love to make this on Christmas!
ohnikkashae
December 18, 2016 at 8:12 pm

This is so great for the holidays! Now all I need is some hot chocolate!!!
everydayeyecandy
December 18, 2016 at 8:05 pm

I love this! I’m always looking for gluten free dessert recipes for my son! Thanks for sharing!
Anosa
December 18, 2016 at 9:23 am

You’re this recipe is easy to do and looks delicious too. I will recreate this tomorrow
Garf
December 18, 2016 at 8:53 am

Since the holiday season started, I have been eating lots of sweets more than I usually do. This recipe is must try for me.
Lori Vachon
December 17, 2016 at 11:41 am

Officially adding Peppermint Bark to my holiday “must-make” list. For some reason I haven’t made bark in a couple of years…no idea why!
alalisainfo
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December 17, 2016 at 7:48 am

Totally loving the fact that this is only two ingredients! At this time of the year, the simpler, the better!
Crystal Bowley Reagan
December 16, 2016 at 11:39 pm

Yum! I love all things peppermint, so I’ll be making multiple batches of bark this holiday season. Love that it’s gluten free.
Shannon Graham
December 16, 2016 at 7:35 pm

That is such a beautiful recipe. Plus, it sounds super easy to make!
briannemanz
December 16, 2016 at 11:45 am

What a festive treat! I love bark and so want to make this!
Jeanine
December 16, 2016 at 11:42 am

Yum. I LOVE Bark. I would love to make this with the white chocolate looks so delicious! I’ve never made it with white before!
Seattle Travel Blogger
December 16, 2016 at 8:27 am

Wow, these have a different appearance.
They look sure to brighten the season.
Rika (@thedealmatch)
December 16, 2016 at 3:34 am

Great recipe! I just made chocolate bark yesterday! My kids love peppermint bark!
Dana Vento
December 15, 2016 at 9:38 pm

Oh my goodness! Your peppermint bark looks so fantastic! Kids will surely love it
Our Family World
December 15, 2016 at 9:37 pm

It’s been so long since I made an peppermint bark, kids were really loved it. I’m going to make sure that I’ll make it this coming Christmas.
Bella
December 15, 2016 at 8:55 pm

I always make some sort of bark during the holidays because it is so delicious and simple. This peppermint bark looks fantastic.
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Marcie W.
December 15, 2016 at 7:01 pm

Peppermint bark is my dad’s favorite Christmas treat and he passed that love down to all of us. It’s just not the holidays without it.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
December 15, 2016 at 5:52 pm

I love peppermint in my desserts. This bark sounds and looks absolutely delicious. This would be perfect at our Christmas party!
Alli Rutherford Smith
December 15, 2016 at 4:50 pm

I always enjoy making Christmas candy and I use candy coating so much during the holidays. My favorite candy is turtles. I do want to try your Peppermint Bark. It looks so festive!
Catherine Sargent
December 15, 2016 at 4:44 pm

I love peppermint bark, but I have never made my own. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
lisa
December 15, 2016 at 4:20 pm

This has to be the easiest bark recipe I’ve ever seen. I can do this quickly and have a great treat for Christmas.
Ricci
December 15, 2016 at 3:42 pm

I love peppermint bark! It;s super easy to make and tastes delicious! YUM!
Jen Rattie
December 15, 2016 at 2:05 pm

Yes! No more trying in vain to keep two different chocolate layers to look pretty. I’m just doing it like this.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle
December 15, 2016 at 1:54 pm

I love this recipe! I usually make it with the traditional milk or dark chocolate bottom, but I think I’m just going to start doing it this way.
tracey
December 15, 2016 at 12:26 pm

This looks really easy to make and is a great item to bring over for a holiday party. Will be pinning this to make this weekend!
DC (@GameOnMom)
December 15, 2016 at 12:02 pm

I’ve got a bunch of candy canes, and I’ve been wondering what to do with them. This is perfect.
kage2015
December 15, 2016 at 11:00 am

My mom told me long ago that making candy isn’t that hard, just follow the steps in order. Take your time. Have everything laid out and purchase a great candy thermometer.
Dee
December 15, 2016 at 10:57 am

This peppermint bark looks so good! This would be cool do a batch in red/white and green/white. I am going to have to try this for my family’s Christmas dinner.
Jacqui S
December 15, 2016 at 9:17 am

Ummm, yummm! We do a Secret Santa gift exchange with my family since there are so many of us. This year I plan surprise everyone and give them homemade candy. May have to add this to my choices for their candy containers!
Shelley Plummer
December 15, 2016 at 9:08 am

I should make this. I’ve felt a little sad that I couldn’t do the traditional cookies for my son because I have to remain gluten free. Heck, he LOVEs peppermint bark. I can do this one!!! Thank you!
DadofDivas (@dadofdivas)
December 15, 2016 at 8:42 am

This looks super easy to make and would be a great gift to give to my kids teachers this year! We were just talking about what we could do. Thanks!!!
- Robin Masshole Mommy
  December 15, 2016 at 12:06 pm
  
  Good idea. I didn’t even think of that, but I know my son’s teacher would love these.
Robin Masshole Mommy
December 15, 2016 at 8:24 am

Peppermint bark is one of my specialties at Christmas. I think my dad would be really disappointed if I showed up on Christmas day without it.

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FAQs

How do you get peppermint bark to stick together? ›

You may have chilled the layers for too long. Only refrigerate the bottom and middle layer for 10–15 minutes before spreading the next layer on top. You want it still a bit soft so the layers adhere together. Can I use peppermint oil instead of extract?

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Who made the original peppermint bark? ›

The origins of peppermint bark are unclear. Williams Sonoma introduced its version and popularized it in 1998, though the confection existed as early as 1966 in the United States.

Does Costco sell peppermint bark? ›

Costco's peppermint bark has a distinctive snap. And paired with the healthy sprinkling of candy canes, the crisp and crunchy texture makes for an exciting bite.

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What is it called peppermint bark? ›

Like other forms of sheet candy, such as brittle, peppermint bark is generally made by pouring tempered chocolate over the top of crushed hard peppermint. Once the chocolate has cooled, it's then cut up or broken into smaller pieces.

Is peppermint bark safe for dogs? ›

Peppermint bark, chocolate-covered mints, or other chocolate and peppermint combinations can potentially cause chocolate toxicity in dogs. Ingesting a small amount of chocolate may only cause GI upset.

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What are the ingredients in Costco peppermint bark? ›

INGREDIENTS: sugar, palm kernel oil, cocoa processed with alkali, milk, nonfat milk, corn syrup, contains 2% or less of the following: lactose, whey, palm oil, soy lecithin, natural flavors, artificial color (fd&c red #40).

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What is peppermint bark made from? ›

What is peppermint bark made of? It's just three simple ingredients: white chocolate, peppermint oil, and peppermint candies! If you have extra candy canes lying around, crush 'em up and use those instead.