Description
Delightful Easter Chocolate Bark blends creamy milk chocolate with colorful spring-themed candies and decorative sprinkles. Sweet layers create a festive treat perfect for holiday celebrations and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g (7 oz) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 200 g (7 oz) white chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup (240 ml) pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates
- ½ cup (120 ml) mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mini chocolate eggs or jelly beans
- ¼ cup (60 ml) colorful sprinkles
- ¼ cup (60 ml) pretzel pieces
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a 9×13 inch baking pan completely with a non-stick liner, ensuring full surface coverage.
- Chocolate Melting: Transform semi-sweet and white chocolate into smooth, liquid consistency using either microwave in short pulses or double boiler method, stirring frequently to prevent burning and achieve uniform texture.
- Layering Foundation: Pour molten semi-sweet chocolate across prepared surface, spreading evenly with a flexible spatula to create a uniform layer approximately one-quarter inch thick.
- Decorative Swirling: Drizzle melted white chocolate across dark chocolate base in artistic patterns, then use a toothpick or thin knife to create elegant marbled design by gently weaving through chocolate layers.
- Setting and Cooling: Allow chocolate bark to solidify naturally at room temperature or accelerate cooling process by placing in refrigerator until completely firm and set, typically 30-45 minutes.
Notes
- Prevent Chocolate Burning: Melt chocolate slowly using short microwave intervals or a double boiler, stirring frequently to maintain smooth consistency and avoid scorching.
- Create Perfect Marble Effect: Use a toothpick or thin knife with gentle, fluid motions when swirling chocolate layers to achieve elegant, interconnected patterns without overmixing.
- Temperature Control Matters: Ensure chocolate is not overheated; ideal melting occurs between 86-90°F for glossy, professional-looking bark with smooth texture.
- Storage and Serving Tip: Keep chocolate bark in a cool, dry place or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two weeks, allowing flavors to stabilize and maintain crisp chocolate structure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg