Adapted from MarthaStewart.com via Shutterbean.comThis recipe for Crispy Peppermint Bark is a fast, easy, and inexpensive treat for the holidays and makes a great gift.
Prep Time30 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Total Cost: $2.16 recipe / $0.27 serving
Servings: 8
Ingredients
1/2lbalmond bark or white chocolate$1.40
1/4tsppeppermint extract$0.14
1cuppuffed rice cereal$0.24
3peppermint candy canes$0.38
Instructions
Unwrap the candy canes and place them in a heavy duty zip top bag. Use a rolling pin or another heavy object to crush the candy canes. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper or foil and non-stick spray.
Place the chocolate in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for on high for 30 seconds at a time, stopping to stir well between each interval. Continue this process until the chocolate is fully melted with no chunks (approximately 1 minute 15 seconds to 1 minute 30 seconds).
Stir the peppermint extract into the melted chocolate, followed by the puffed rice cereal. Spread the mixture out onto the prepared baking sheet, about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over top and press them lightly into the melted chocolate.
Refrigerate the peppermint bark for about 20 minutes, or until hardened. Break the bark into pieces and enjoy.