Mint Chocolate Bark

If you're looking for a holiday treat that is easy to make, tastes yummy and can be placed into any number of containers for a nice presentation. The recipe reminds me of those delicious "After Dinner Mints". This recipe makes about 2 dozen pieces of candy.

Mint Chocolate Bark

2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 c. white chocolate chips
1 t. vegetable oil
1 t. peppermint extract
2 drops green food coloring

1. Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper; set it aside. Melt the semi-sweet chips in a heatproof bowl set atop a pot of simmering water over medium-high heat. Stir continuously until smooth. Pour the chocolate onto the cookie sheet and spread it to about 1/4-inch thickness with the back of a spoon.

2. Using the same method, melt the white chocolate chips with the oil. Stir continuously until smooth. Add the peppermint extract and food coloring; stir well. Pour the mixture over the chocolate layer and spread to about 1/8 inch thickness with the back of a spoon. Draw the tip of a butter knife through the layers to create swirls. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.

3. Remove the bark from the pan. Peel off the waxed paper. Set the bark on a cutting board and cut it into 2 dozen bars with a sharp knife. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.