GCC Recipe Swap!

It's that time of year when the goodie maker in all of us comes out. I like to give goodie bags to friends for Christmas. I'd rather give everyone a vacation but the budget dictates that goodies are the better choice. One year when our budget was bigger I bought Peppermint Bark for a crazy price from Williams and Sonoma and gave it to friends. (What was I thinking?) Here is a SUPER simple recipe that makes a decadent looking treat for a fraction of the price. And in my opinion it tasted much better (fresher) than the stuff I paid an arm and a leg for. I usually stack them into a clear cellophane bag and tie it with a ribbon and a tag. They turn out beautiful.

Chocolate Peppermint Bark

12 ounces white chocolate
12 ounces dark chocolate
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy

Line a 9x12 pan with waxed paper. Melt the dark chocolate in microwave (cook 30 seconds in a heat-proof bowl) stir and repeat until you have a smooth consistency. Pour the melted dark chocolate on the parchment paper, spread the chocolate out until it is about 1/3" thick. You can do this by hitting the pan on the counter top repeatedly, or you could use a spatula to spread the chocolate. Melt the white chocolate, using the steps above. After the chocolate is smooth, pour it on top of the dark chocolate - trying to make the layers the same thickness. Crush the peppermints and while the white chocolate is still melted sprinkle on top. Let the chocolates harden in the refrigerator for 2 hours, then break the candy into pieces. Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

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