Festive chocolate bark layered with peppermint, pistachios, cranberries, coconut, and sprinkles for a holiday centerpiece.
# Components:
→ Chocolate Base
01 - 14 oz high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped
02 - 7 oz white chocolate, chopped
→ Toppings
03 - 2 oz crushed peppermint candies
04 - 2 oz roasted, salted pistachios, roughly chopped
05 - 2 oz dried cranberries
06 - 1.4 oz toasted coconut flakes
07 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer about 1/5 inch thick using a spatula.
04 - Melt the white chocolate in a separate bowl using the same method as the dark chocolate.
05 - Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer and swirl gently with a skewer or knife to create a marbled pattern.
06 - Immediately sprinkle the peppermint candies, pistachios, cranberries, coconut flakes, and sprinkles evenly over the chocolate surface.
07 - Gently press the toppings into the chocolate to ensure they adhere.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 40 minutes until fully set.
09 - Once set, break the chocolate into irregular shards and arrange for serving or packaging.
