Peppermint Bark

This is a copycat of the william sonoma bark that costs $22 a lb. I have never tried their version, but when my mom told me she liked it, i went on a search to find the recipe. Make sure to buy white chocolate chips that contain cocoa butter to get a smooth melt- otherwise, you will end up with clumpy chocolate. Use good quality chocolate chips (belgian, semi-sweet, or bittersweet) for the best results.this recipe is so simple and delicious my only hope is that i'm able to save a piece for my mom. Recipe by rita nader heikenfeld.

Steps

Preheat oven to 250.

Line a 9x13 pan with foil , letting it hang over the sides.

Spray foil.

Pour the chocolate chips in an even layer on the foil.

Place in oven for 5 minutes or until almost melted.

Remove from oven , smooth with an offset spatula or knife.

Place in refrigerator until cold and firm , about 20 minutes.

Melt white chocolate chips in a double boiler or in a metal bowl over simmering water , until chocolate is almost melted.

If you are daring , you can use your microwave.

Remove bowl from water and stir until completely melted , stirring in extract.

Let cool a little bit so it doesnt melt the chocolate layer when you pour it on top.

Pour this over chocolate layer , and , working quickly , spread to cover.

Sprinkle with crushed candy.

Chill until both layers are firm.

Lift foil out of pan and shake off excess candy.

Trim edges.

Cut into 2 wide strips.

Peel bark from foil and cut each strip as desired.

Chill in covered container.

Makes about 2 pounds.

Ingredients

chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, peppermint extract, peppermint candy