Chocolate Bark: Easy, Festive, and Fun Treat
Chocolate Bark is a fun and festive treat made with a mix of pink, dark, and white chocolate! Topped with heart-shaped sprinkles, it’s quick and easy to make with simple ingredients.
This bark is as cute as it is tasty, and you can whip it up in no time with just a few simple ingredients. It’s the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Christmas or even any occasion to share with friends and family—or keep it all to yourself, no judgment!
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Easiest ever Chocolate Bark
It means so much when you take the time to make something from scratch for the person you love. In today’s busy life, it’s even more appreciated by your loved ones. So, if you’re into easy and fun desserts, you’ve gotta try fudgy brownies topped with pink berry cream—it’s like a fruity twist on a classic that’s hard to resist.
If you want something a bit fancier, you can try my crêpes cake layered with berries and cream for an elegant treat. And if you are a breakfast lover, chocolate berry pancakes are the sweet start to the day you didn’t know you needed.
This recipe is ideal for Valentine’s Day and if you’re after for more ideas for the occasion, go with my iced shortbread cookies with glossy frosting to wow your Valentine, or keep things simple and classic with my chocolate-covered strawberries. They never fail to impress!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Valentine’s bark recipe is a fantastic treat for your loved ones. It’s simple to make, needs just a few ingredients, and lets you get creative. Whether you’re after a fun activity or the best Valentine’s gift for her, this dessert is sure to impress! Plus, it’s customizable to fit any holiday or celebration, like Mother’s Day or Christmas.
Ingredients
- Dark Base: Using good quality chocolate is key here.
- White Chocolate Layer: Provides a lighter contrast and works as the base for the pink design.
- Red Food Coloring: Gives that Valentine’s Day vibe! You can use liquid or gel colouring to get the right shade of pink.
- Sprinkles: Here’s where you can be creative. Choose heart-shaped sprinkles, stars, or any other fun shapes to add a festive touch.
Step-by-step instructions
Start by prepping your ingredients and gathering everything you’ll need. Chop, crush, or measure out your add-ins so they’re ready to go.
Having everything prepared ahead of time makes the process quicker and easier. A little prep ensures everything comes together smoothly!
- Melt the Chocolate: Start by chopping the dark and white chocolate into small pieces, add them in separate bowls. Using a bain-marie (double boiler), melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir with a spatula until smooth. Once melted, set aside. Repeat the same process with the white one.
- Add Pink Color: Take half of the white chocolate and mix in 3-4 drops of pink food colouring until it becomes the shade of pink you want.
- Assemble: Pour the melted dark chocolate onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread it evenly to form a rectangle. Then, drizzle the melted white and pink chocolate over the top in whatever pattern you like.
- Decorate: Now comes the fun part! Add sprinkles of your choice. This is where you can make it look as festive as you like.
- Let it set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about an hour or until the chocolate is completely firm. Once it’s set, break the bark into pieces, and it’s good to go!
A full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions
- Dark Chocolate: You can swap it with the milk option if you prefer a sweeter treat.
- White Chocolate: Feel free to use darker or the milk option in its place.
- Food Coloring: Any colour will work if you’re making this for a different occasion or want to use a favourite colour instead.
- Sprinkles: Dehydrated raspberries, strawberries, or edible rose petals are perfect choices to create a romantic Valentine’s Day look and feel. Swap out the Valentine-themed sprinkles for ones that match other holidays or personal preferences.
Variations
- Nutty Bark: Add crushed almonds, pistachios, or peanuts for some crunch.
- Candy Pieces: Mix in some candy like M&Ms or mini marshmallows to create a fun, colourful twist.
- Flavoured Chocolate: Try using varieties like peppermint or orange, to give your bark an extra dimension. You can make peppermint bark pretzels by adding pretzels for a fun twist!
Storage
Once the bark is set and broken into pieces, store it in an airtight container. You can keep it at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep it for longer, store it in the fridge for up to two weeks. Just make sure to separate the pieces with parchment paper so they don’t stick together.
Gifting Suggestions
This Valentine’s bark is a delightful gift or party treat. You can package it in clear bags tied with a ribbon or serve it on a dessert platter. It also makes a fantastic addition to homemade dessert boxes for holidays or special occasions. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Tips and Tricks
- Use Good Quality Chocolate: Since this recipe is all about this ingredient, the better the quality, the better the result. Opt for bars rather than chips, as they melt more smoothly.
- Don’t Overheat the Chocolate: When melting it, keep the heat low to prevent it from burning. If you don’t have a double boiler, you can melt it in short bursts in the microwave, stirring every 15-20 seconds.
FAQs
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Valentines Chocolate Bark
Equipment
- 2 Heatproof bowls
- Spatula
- Baking sheet or Parchment paper
- Small plastic bag (for piping)
Ingredients
- 3.2 oz dark chocolate
- 6.3 oz white chocolate
- A few drops of pink food coloring
- Sprinkles of your choice
Instructions
- Start by melting the chocolate using the bain-marie method. Place a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Chop the chocolate into small pieces and stir continuously with a spatula until fully melted. Once melted, remove from heat and set aside.3.2 oz dark chocolate
- For the next step, take half of the melted white chocolate and mix in 3-4 drops of pink food coloring. Stir until you reach the desired pink color. Pour the pink chocolate into a small plastic bag, snip off a corner, and carefully drizzle it over a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, creating a rectangle.6.3 oz white chocolate, A few drops of pink food coloring
- Now, it’s time to decorate your chocolate bark! Add sprinkles to the top, making it fun and personalized.Sprinkles of your choice
- Let the chocolate set by refrigerating it for about 1 hour, or until firm. Once done, break it into pieces and share or save for later.
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Notes
- For best results, use high-quality chocolate, as it melts more smoothly and gives a better texture.
- If you don’t have a bain-marie setup, you can melt the chocolate in the microwave. Heat in short intervals, stirring between each, to avoid burning.
- When mixing the pink food colouring into the white chocolate, make sure it’s fully combined for an even colour.
- Customize the sprinkles to match any theme or holiday, making this recipe adaptable for various occasions.
- If you prefer not to use food colouring, you can keep the white base as is, or use colored candy melts.
- Store the chocolate bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer storage.
I love this so much. You can never go wrong with chocolate, and it’s so pretty!
SO easy, fun and delicious!!! I’m going to make this again for Christmas using red and green food coloring.