Easy Vegan Peppermint Bark Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This easy vegan peppermint bark recipe is a delicious no-bake dessert using dark chocolate and topped with peppermint candy canes. With just 6 simple ingredients, this festive treat is perfect for the holidays!

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Chilling Time2 10

Total Time2 20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy no bake dessert, peppermint bark recipe, vegan peppermint bark

Servings: servings

Ingredients

1 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 tsp peppermint extract divided
2/3 cup coconut butter
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: 2-3 candy canes, crushed For strict paleo, you can top with nuts and dried fruits like pistachios and dried cranberries

Instructions

Line a baking sheet or an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper.
Using a double boiler (or a glass bowl over a simmering pot of water), melt the chocolate chips until smooth. Turn off heat and add 1/4 tsp of peppermint extract.
Pour the melted chocolate over the parchment paper and smooth out with a spatula into a thin layer. Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to solidify.
While the chocolate is setting, melt the coconut butter and coconut oil together in the microwave or a double boiler slightly until thick and creamy in consistency. Stir in vanilla extract and the remaining 1/4 tsp of peppermint extract.
Take out the chocolate from the freezer, and spread the coconut mixture over the chocolate with a spatula into an even layer, working quickly so the chocolate layer doesn't melt through.
Refrigerate for 5 minutes, then top with crushed candy canes.
Refrigerate or freeze for 1-2 hours until the bark completely hardens.
Slice or use your hands to break up into smaller pieces. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

Thin vs. Thick Bark: Using a baking sheet will yield a thinner bark than an 8x8 baking dish and the shape will be more freeform. I prefer my barks to be thinner (like shown in the photos). If you want a thicker peppermint bark, I recommend an 8x8 baking dish. The 2nd option will also make it easier for you to spread out the chocolate and the coconut mixture evenly.

Paleo Version: If you are strict paleo and want to avoid ingredients like cane sugar and brown rice syrup in these candy canes, you can add a bit of crunch and color with nuts and dried fruits. A festive option would be pistachios and dried cranberries!

Storage: This easy vegan peppermint bark can last for weeks in the fridge or freezer. There's no water content in the recipe so it will last a long time. Feel free to make it ahead of time if you are serving over the holidays!

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