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White Chocolate Peppermint Crunch

Recipe by Evelyn Marcella Rivera

An easy no-bake white chocolate peppermint crunch (peppermint bark) made with creamy white chocolate and crushed peppermint candies. Just a few ingredients, no special equipment, and it breaks into festive shards. Perfect for holiday gifts and dessert tables.

  • Total Time40 minutes
  • Yield12 servings 1x
  • DietVegetarian

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 16 ounces white chocolate (bars or chips)
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1/4 cup crushed pretzels or crispy rice cereal (optional, for added texture)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Melt the White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Watch closely, as white chocolate scorches easily; pull it while a few bits remain and let stirring finish it. A double boiler over low heat also works.
  3. Add the Peppermint Flavor: Stir the peppermint extract into the melted white chocolate, if using.
  4. Add the Crunch: Fold in the crushed pretzels or crispy rice cereal, if using.
  5. Spread the Mixture: Pour the melted white chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into an even layer about 1/4 inch thick with a spatula.
  6. Top with Peppermint: While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle the crushed peppermint evenly over the top and press lightly so it sticks.
  7. Chill and Set: Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, until the white chocolate is fully set.
  8. Break into Pieces: Once hardened, peel off the parchment and break into bite-size pieces.

Notes

Do not overheat the white chocolate, or it will seize; melt low and slow and pull it early. For a classic layered peppermint bark, spread a layer of melted dark chocolate first, chill 10 minutes, then add the white chocolate and peppermint. Let it come to room temperature before packing into bags or tins for gifting. Store airtight at cool room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks; if using pretzels, enjoy within about a week before they soften.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://blesseddish.com/white-chocolate-peppermint-crunch/