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Use a rubber spatula to scrape the melted semi-sweet chocolate into a foil-lined baking dish and smooth the top, making sure to get all the way to the corners of the dish.ĭrizzle the melted white chocolate in ribbons over the entire semi-sweet chocolate layer.ĭrag the tip of a butter knife through the chocolate to create swirls, lifting the semi-sweet chocolate over the white chocolate to create nice marbling. In a second medium bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave as directed above. Note that the chips may not appear melted after the full cooking time in the microwave, but when you stir them, you’ll find that they’re very soft and will melt quickly once stirred.
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In a medium bowl, heat the semi-sweet chocolate chips in microwave at 50 percent power until mostly melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Do your best not to pulverize the candy, as small pieces look prettier on the bark (you should have just shy of ½ cup pieces). Use a rolling pin to gently pound the candy into small pieces. Seal the bag, making sure to press out all the air. Place candy canes or candies in a resealable plastic bag. Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1: Crush the Candy What You’ll Need To Make Marbled Peppermint Bark Marbling the chocolate not only looks pretty but also prevents the layers of semi-sweet and white chocolate from separating when cut (a common pitfall when making homemade peppermint bark). It was created for the America’s Test Kitchen kids website for children ages 5 to 8, has just three ingredients, and is made entirely in the microwave. And when I say the recipe is super quick and easy, I’m not exaggerating. With swirls of semi-sweet and white chocolate sprinkled with crushed peppermint candies, it makes a festive treat. If you’re looking for a homemade Christmas gift that’s super quick and easy, look no further than the marbled peppermint bark from America’s Test Kitchen. With swirls of semi-sweet and white chocolate sprinkled with crushed candy canes, peppermint bark makes a festive holiday treat.