Viral Hot Chocolate Bark (Printer View)

Festive chocolate bark layered with marshmallows and cocoa mix; an easy, shareable treat for chilly nights.

# Components:

→ Chocolate

01 - 14 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or chips
02 - 3.5 oz white chocolate, chopped or chips

→ Cocoa & Marshmallows

03 - 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (approx. 4 single-serve packets)
04 - 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

→ Toppings (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
06 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles

# Method:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour melted chocolate onto prepared baking sheet, spreading to a 1/4-inch thickness in a rectangular shape.
04 - Sprinkle hot cocoa mix evenly over the warm chocolate layer.
05 - Scatter mini marshmallows over cocoa mix, gently pressing them into the chocolate.
06 - Melt white chocolate as before and drizzle over bark in zigzag patterns.
07 - If desired, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies and festive sprinkles over the top.
08 - Allow bark to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
09 - Break or cut bark into pieces; package for gifting or store in an airtight container.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to prepare
  • Perfect for gifting or winter gatherings
02 -
  • Contains milk and soy from the chocolate
  • Marshmallows may contain gelatin not suitable for some vegetarians
03 -
  • Use a double boiler for gentle melting and smooth chocolate
  • Press marshmallows gently to keep them visible yet secure in the bark
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