**Candy bark, also known as chocolate bark or crack bark, is an easy-to-make and versatile treat that can be customized to your liking. It's a confection made from a mixture of melted chocolate and other ingredients, such as nuts, dried fruits, candies, or spices, which is then poured onto a baking sheet and allowed to cool and harden. The result is a thin, brittle sheet of chocolate that can be broken into pieces and enjoyed. This article features three delicious candy bark recipes: classic chocolate bark, peppermint bark, and peanut butter cup bark. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of ingredients, making it easy for you to create these delectable treats at home. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings or a handmade gift for a special occasion, these candy bark recipes are sure to impress.**
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WHITE CANDY BARK
This speedy candy recipe can be varied depending on the type of fruit or nuts you have on hand. Since we have a walnut tree, I use walnuts, but pecans could also be substituted, as well as dried cherries in place of the cranberries. -Marcia Snyder, Grand Junction, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 2 pounds (64 pieces).
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil. Brush with butter. Microwave white chips on high until melted; stir until smooth. Stir in walnuts, cranberries and nutmeg. Spread into prepared pan. Chill until firm. Break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHRISTMAS BARK CANDY
This quick-to-fix candy is sure to please all ages when added to a homemade cookie tray. We show two versions here: vanilla chips with colorful miniature baking bits and milk chocolate chips with broken pretzels. Create your own variations using different flavored chips and add-ins such as crushed candy canes, dried fruits or crunchy nuts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 1 pound.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt chips with oil; stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes. Stir in M&M's or pretzels. Spread onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 10 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator; break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TIGER BUTTER BARK CANDY
Fans of tiger butter fudge will revel in this version that's very similar to bark candy. The chocolate swirls are pleasing to the eye, and the creamy peanut flavor is a treat for the taste buds.-Philip Jones, Lubbock, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield about 1-1/4 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment or waxed paper. In a microwave, melt candy coating and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spread into prepared pan., In microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening, stirring to blend. Drizzle over top; cut through mixtures with a knife to swirl., Refrigerate until firm. Break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PRETZEL BARK CANDY
I usually make this pretzel candy as a gift, but it's also fun to share at office parties. The recipe makes a big batch and stores well. -Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield about 2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coatings and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Stir in pretzels. , Spread into prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm. Break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts :
CHRISTMAS BARK CANDY
This doesn't have peppermint, but is very pretty when you use M&M candies.
Provided by Jacquetta Peace
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Line a baking pan with wax paper or foil.
- In a microwave safe bowl combine vanilla chips and vegetable oil; microwave on high until chips are melted. Stir until smooth; let cool for 2 minutes. Stir in candy-coated chocolate pieces. Spread mixture onto prepared pan; chill for 10 minutes and break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 45.7 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
CHRISTMAS BARK CANDY
A SPECIAL treat for the family at Christmas! Quick and easy to prepare. May be placed in gift bags with a pretty bow. Ingredients can vary with your choice of substitutions. Something good to munch on!
Provided by Seasoned Cook
Categories Candy
Time 25m
Yield 4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt almond bark or white chocolate chips in microwave or use a double boiler on stove top.
- Stir in remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Line a cookie sheet with wax paper. Quickly place by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Allow to set up and harden. (I sometimes refrigerate them for a few minutes.).
CANDY BARK
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 2h15m
Yield about 15 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet or pan with foil.
- Put the chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Bring a saucepan filled with an inch or so of water to a very slow simmer; set the bowl over, but not touching, the water, and stir with a rubber spatula. Just before the chocolate is completely melted, add the oil and stir to blend. Remove from the heat and stir vigorously until completely smooth. Set aside and let cool until just slightly warm, about 8 minutes
- Add all but a few pieces of the candy and quickly stir to combine. Spread the chocolate mixture on the prepared baking sheet so it's about 1/2 inch thick and the candy is coated. Scatter the remaining candy on top. Set aside at room temperature until firm, about 2 hours. Remove from the foil and break into pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
CRANBERRY ALMOND BARK CANDY
This recipe was given to me by my sister. There's a crunch with the cranberries but it is a delicious candy and vibrant colored. Hope you enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Provided by Zelda Hopkins
Categories Candies
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- 1. On low heat melt almond bark in a large, heavy skillet, continuing to stir. When melted, Stir in raw cranberries. Turn off heat. Line cookie sheets with foil, drop candy on foil. Eat when set.
EASTER CANDY BARK RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chocolate candy, cadbury mini eggs, marshmallow peep, whopper robin egg, graham cracker, fine sea salt
Provided by Chris Salicrup
Categories Snacks
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place a large heatproof bowl over a medium pot of simmering water, making sure the water doesn't touch the bottom of the bowl. Add the chopped chocolate to the bowl and stir until fully melted, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture onto the baking sheet. Use a spatula to smooth the chocolate into an even layer about ¼-inch (6 mm) thick. Sprinkle the melted chocolate with your toppings of choice.
- Sprinkle with sea salt.
- Freeze until firm to the touch, at least 20 minutes.
- Break the bark into pieces and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 65 grams
ALMOND BARK CANDY
Make and share this Almond Bark Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by nnreq
Categories Candy
Time 35m
Yield 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt bark in a cake pan in a 350 degree oven.
- Add peanut butter and stir.
- Add remaining ingredients and stir.
- Drop by teaspoonful on waxed paper.
CHOCOLATE RAISIN, PREZEL PEANUT BUTTER CANDY BARK!
Oh,I just LOVE treats like this! Very simple to make and will be a fantastic treat for the kids and grown ups! 8)
Provided by OceanIvy
Categories Candy
Time 20m
Yield 42 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter one 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
- In large microwavable bowl, combine 1 1/3 cups butterscotch chips, chocolate chips and peanut butter.
- Cook on HIGH for 1 minute; stir.
- Heat in 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add the pretzels, nuts and chocolate raisins, stirring well to coat.
- Spread into baking dish.
- Pour the remaining butterscotch chips in a small, heavy-duty plastic bag.
- Heat at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, kneading until smooth.
- Cut a tiny corner from the bag and squeeze, drizzling over the candy.
- Chill candy 1 hour, or until firm.
- Break into pieces.
ALMOND BARK CANDY
This recipe came from another nurse friend. I worked with Sheryl at Monroe Surgical Hospital. This candy is one that we make every Christmas.
Provided by Joyce Lowery
Categories Candies
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Melt almond bark in top of a double boiler.
- 2. Stir in the peanut butter.
- 3. Combine peanuts, rice krispies, and miniature marshmallows in a large container.
- 4. Pour melted almond bark over these ingredients.
- 5. Spoon by tablespoons onto wax paper.
OREOS & CANDY CANE CHOCOLATE BARK RECIPE RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by jenlin
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment paper. In the top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over hot water, melt dark chocolate; stir until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in cookies; spread over prepared pan. Microwave white baking chips on high until melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in extract. Drizzle over dark chocolate mixture; sprinkle with crushed candy canes. Cool. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 1-1/2 pounds.
CHRISTMAS BARK CANDY
Make and share this Christmas Bark Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by looneytunesfan
Categories Candy
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a microwave safe bowl, heat chips and oil at 50% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 10 to 20 seconds longer or until chips are melted, stirring occasionally.
- Cool for 5 minutes.
- Stir in baking bits or pretzels. Spread onto wax paper lined baking sheet. Chill for 10 minutes. Remove from refrigerator; break into pieces.
- Store in airtight container at room temperature.
CANDY CORN BARK
A delightful recipe only for those with a incurable sweet tooth! Candy corn mixed with chocolate sandwich cookies and pretzels will please your whole Halloween crowd.
Provided by Julie G
Categories Desserts Chocolate Dessert Recipes White Chocolate
Time 50m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread the cookies, pretzels and raisins evenly onto a lightly greased small baking sheet. Melt chocolate in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water, or in the microwave, stirring frequently until melted. Remove from the heat while there are still a few chunks, and stir until smooth. White chocolate burns easily.
- Drizzle chocolate with a spoon over the goodies in the pan, spreading the top flat to coat evenly. Top with candy corn and sprinkles. Let cool until firm. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 7.2 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 41.9 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Chop the chocolate finely so that it melts evenly.
- Do not overheat the chocolate, or it will seize.
- Add your favorite mix-ins after the chocolate has melted.
- Spread the chocolate mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
- Chill the chocolate bark for at least 30 minutes before breaking it into pieces.
Conclusion:
Candy bark is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of flavors and toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a candy bark recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give candy bark a try!
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