Cocoa Krispies Peppermint Bark

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Cocoa Krispies Peppermint Bark is one of the easiest chocolate holiday treats you can make. Plus, you can control the intensity of the peppermint flavor just by the amount of crushed candies you add on top.

Prep Time10

chill time1

Total Time1 10

Course: Candy Recipes, dessert - candy, homemade candy

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate cereal peppermint bark, chocolate crunch peppermint bark, cocoa krispies peppermint bark, peppermint bark with chocolate cereal

Servings: servings

Calories: 77kcal

Author: Renee Goerger

Equipment

Mixing Bowls
microwave-safe bowls
spatula
baking sheet
parchment paper
Rolling Pin optional for crushing candy
meat mallet optional for crushing candy
food processor optional for crushing candy
gallon-sized zip top bag optional for crushing candy
Offset spatula optional

Ingredients

16 ounces 1 bag milk chocolate chips semi sweet may be substituted
4 tablespoons shortening
5 cups cocoa Krispies cereal
40 each starlight mint hard candy crushed

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Instructions

Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet and spray lightly with baking spray. Set aside.
Unwrap the candy place in a zip-top bag. Use a rolling pin or meat mallet to pound and crush the candy into your desired consistency. *Note - a food processor or blender can also be used to crush the candy if desired. Set the crushed candy aside.
Place the chocolate chips into a microwave safe bowl along with the shortening. Set the microwave to medium power and heat for 40 seconds. Remove, Stir, and return the microwave. Repeat this same process until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. *NOTE - do not be tempted to turn the microwave power to high as the chocolate needs low temperature to melt properly so it does not seize and harden.
In a large bowl combine the melted chocolate and the chocolate cereal. Stir well to completely coat the cereal with chocolate.
Pour the crispy chocolate candy onto the prepared baking sheet and use a knife or offset spatula to smooth the candy into an even layer.
Sprinkle the crushed candy over the entire surface of the chocolate cereal mixture and lightly press the crushed peppermints into the chocolate cereal mixture. Allow the chocolate peppermint bark to cool and set before breaking it into pieces.

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Notes

Store in an airtight container in a cool spot.

Candy may be frozen but be aware that the chocolate may dull in appearance, but the flavor will still be good.

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