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Easy Christmas Bark

Easy Christmas Bark is a festive, no-bake treat that combines semi-sweet chocolate, crunchy pretzels, salty peanuts, and colorful chocolate candies for a delightful holiday dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening Helps achieve a silky texture.
  • 1 cup pretzels (broken into pieces) Provide crunch and saltiness.
  • 1 cup peanuts Unsalted works best.
  • ½ cup green and red chocolate candies For a festive touch.
  • ½ cup Christmas sprinkles Add fun and color.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Line a baking tray with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Pour semi-sweet chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave for one minute intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
  • Stir in coconut oil or shortening until fully combined and smooth.
  • Pour the melted chocolate onto the lined baking tray and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  • Sprinkle pretzel pieces and peanuts over the chocolate, pressing them gently to ensure they stick.
  • Add the colorful chocolate candies and finish with a generous sprinkle of Christmas sprinkles.
  • Place the baking tray in the refrigerator for about 1 to 2 hours, or until the chocolate has completely hardened.
  • Once set, lift the bark from the tray and break it into uneven pieces resembling bark.

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Notes

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeps fresh for up to two weeks. Great for gifting; package decoratively for special occasions.
Keyword Christmas Bark, Easy Desserts, holiday treats, No-Bake Chocolate