This vegan peppermint bark is made of dreamy swirls of white and dark chocolate, topped with crunchy candy cane pieces. It's the most delicious sweet treat that's perfect for snacking or gifting this holiday season.
If you're looking for easy, festive treats to whip up this holiday season, you need to try this homemade peppermint bark recipe. It's a great family-friendly recipe idea that both kids and adults will love. Plus, it comes together in minutes with just 5 simple ingredients needed. Every time I bring a batch to Christmas parties, it always gets devoured in minutes, and I regret not doubling the recipe. Trust me, this will be your new favorite holiday treat!
If you love this, then you need to check out my other vegan recipes, such as No Bake Carrot Cake Bars, Salted Caramel Slice, and Thin Mints.
Ingredients
- Dark chocolate chips
- Coconut oil
- White chocolate chips
- Peppermint Extract
- Organic Candy Canes
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave at 20 second increments till smooth. Stir in ⅛tsp peppermint extract.
- Pour chocolate in an even layer across a parchment lined baking sheet
- Repeat with white chocolate. Then pour on baking sheet overtop of your dark chocolate layer
- Use a toothpick to swirl together and create a marbling design
- Crush candy canes and sprinkle over top layer
- Place in the fridge or freezer till hardened. Break into pieces and enjoy!
Substitutions
- Peppermint extract: If you don't have any on hand, you can substitute with 2-3 drops peppermint oil.
- Candy canes: Any candy canes or peppermint candy will work for this recipe.
- Chocolate: I used melted white chocolate and dark chocolate for this version. You can use any preferred chocolate, such as semi-sweet chocolate, a white chocolate bar, or any others! Be sure to use unsweetened chocolate to keep this recipe lower in sugar.
- Coconut oil: use refined coconut oil for a neutral flavor.
Equipment Needed For This Vegan Peppermint Bark
- Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spatula
How To Store Peppermint Bark
This healthy peppermint bark is best stored in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks. You can also store at room temperature for up to 5 days.
3 Top Tips for Success
- Use high quality chocolate - this will ensure that your peppermint bark has the most delicious rich chocolate flavors!
- For best results, use a toothpick to lightly swirl your white and dark chocolate together to create a marble design. Don't over combine as this will cause your layers to blend together.
- Use a spatula to evenly spread chocolate over your baking sheet.
FAQ
How do I crush my candy canes?
The easiest way to crush your candy canes is to place them in a food processor and pulse a few times. They should be broken down just into tiny pieces, so be careful not to blend or over process!
Can I change the chocolate layers?
You can definitely switch up the chocolate layers with your preferred chocolate! Feel free to use white, dark or milk chocolate.
What if I don't have peppermint extract?
You can substitute peppermint extract with 2-3 drops of peppermint oil. The flavor of peppermint oil is much stronger so be sure to add it in cautiously.
📖 Recipe
Healthy Vegan Peppermint Bark Recipe (5-ingredient)
Equipment
- Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 c dark chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoon coconut oil
- ½ c white chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoon coconut oil
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave at 20 second increments till smooth. Stir in ⅛tsp peppermint extract.
- Pour chocolate in an even layer across a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Repeat with white chocolate. Then pour on baking sheet overtop of your dark chocolate layer.
- Use a toothpick to swirl together and create a marbling design.
- Crush candy canes and sprinkle over top layer.
- Place in the fridge or freezer till hardened. Break into pieces and enjoy!
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