Description
This festive Christmas Bark combines crunchy pretzels, holiday-themed Oreos, peppermint baking chips, and colorful M&M’s all enveloped in rich white chocolate. It’s a perfect sweet and salty treat that’s easy to prepare without baking, making it an ideal holiday dessert or gift.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies and Candy Mix
- 7 red holiday Oreos (79g, broken into pieces, any variety works)
- 7 cool mint Oreos (79g, broken into pieces)
- 1½ cups stick pretzels (60g)
- ½ cup peppermint baking chips (85g, recommend using the Andes baking chips)
- ½ cup mint M&M’s (85g, divided, any variety works)
- ½ cup peanut M&M’s (85g, divided)
Chocolate and Decorations
- 1 lb. white chocolate baking bars (454g, Ghirardelli recommended)
- 2 tbsp red and green sprinkles (24g)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Cover a large baking sheet with wax paper. If wax paper is unavailable, use parchment paper sprayed lightly with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer the mix-ins: Evenly spread the broken red holiday Oreos, cool mint Oreos, stick pretzels, peppermint baking chips, and about ¾ of the combined mint and peanut M&M’s over the lined baking sheet.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place the white chocolate baking bars in a microwave-safe container. Microwave on medium power for 1½ minutes, then stir. Continue microwaving for another 1 minute or until the chocolate is melted smoothly. Be vigilant to avoid burning the chocolate.
- Combine chocolate and mix-ins: Pour the melted white chocolate evenly over the prepared cookie and candy mixture. Use a spatula to spread and coat all pieces thoroughly.
- Add toppings: Immediately sprinkle the remaining M&M’s and the red and green sprinkles over the wet chocolate to create a festive appearance. This step must be done before the chocolate hardens.
- Chill the bark: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for about 1 hour or until the chocolate is fully set and firm.
- Break into pieces: Once set, gently remove the bark from the tray and break it into small, bite-sized pieces for serving or gifting.
Notes
- Use wax paper for easiest removal, but parchment with nonstick spray works as an alternative.
- Watch the chocolate carefully while microwaving to prevent burning.
- Ensure the chocolate is still wet when sprinkling the toppings for best adhesion.
- This recipe requires no baking, making it quick and easy for last-minute holiday treats.
- Store the bark in an airtight container in a cool place or refrigerator to maintain freshness.
