Peppermint Bark Trees

Gluten Free
Peppermint Bark Trees
45 min.
18
160kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a festive treat that combines the delightful flavors of peppermint and chocolate! Our Peppermint Bark Trees are not only a visually stunning dessert that will impress your friends and family, but they are also gluten-free, making them perfect for various dietary needs. With 18 servings packed into this 45-minute recipe, these whimsical little trees are ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet gesture for those special people in your life.

The beauty of Peppermint Bark Trees lies not only in their taste but also in their ease of preparation. You'll love how simple it is to create these delightful confections using just a few key ingredients, including rich dark cocoa candy melts and creamy white chocolate. The combination of these flavors, along with the crunch of crushed starlight peppermints or candy canes, creates a harmonious blend that is truly irresistible.

Presented in adorable mini tree-shaped molds, these candies are as fun to make as they are to eat. Once prepared, they can be beautifully wrapped in cellophane or packaged in decorative gift boxes, making them perfect for holiday gifting. Whether you're looking to satisfy a sweet tooth or spread holiday cheer, these Peppermint Bark Trees are sure to become a cherished tradition in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • cup candy canes crushed
  • 1.5 cups candy melts dark melted
  • 14 oz chocolate white melted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Sprinkle about 1 Tbsp. crushed peppermint candies in bottom of 18 mini tree-shaped silicone ice cube molds.
  2. Spoon white candy melts into a ziplock bag; seal bag. Snip a small corner off bag. Pipe enough candy to cover mints by about 1/2 inch. Tap pan on countertop to smooth melted white candy. Refrigerate until candy is just set, about 5 minutes.
  3. Spoon dark cocoa candy melts into another ziplock bag; seal bag. Snip a small corner off bag. Pipe a thin layer of dark cocoa candy melts on top of white candy melts. Tap tray on countertop to smooth. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes.
  4. Remove candies from tray. Wrap in cellophane and tie with a bow, or package in a gift box. Or, use mini pails, pictured, left (58 each; blissweddingsmarket.com).

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein3.2%
Fat51.95%
Carbs44.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.89
Glycemic Load
9.11
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
1.2113043458565%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.28kcal
8.01%
Fat:9.34g
14.37%
Saturated Fat:6.35g
39.68%
Carbohydrates:18.14g
6.05%
Net Carbohydrates:18.09g
6.58%
Sugar:18.09g
20.1%
Cholesterol:4.63mg
1.54%
Sodium:28.32mg
1.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.29g
2.59%
Calcium:43.88mg
4.39%
Phosphorus:38.81mg
3.88%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.66%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.06%
Vitamin K:2.01µg
1.91%
Potassium:63.06mg
1.8%
Selenium:0.99µg
1.42%
Vitamin E:0.21mg
1.41%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.34%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes