Chocolate Winter Bark

Just a few days left until Christmas! Do you have all of your presents yet? I do! But if you are running out of time (and money!) and need something quick and easy, a homemade present is the perfect way to make someone feel special without breaking the bank. This recipe took around 10 minutes of active preparation and consists of only 3 ingredients. The results look super gourmet, so your friends/co-workers will be impressed.

Step 1. Place white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and heat in microwave according to the directions on the package until smooth (approximately1 minute 30 seconds, then stir until smooth).

Step 2. Place bittersweet chocolate in microwave safe bowl and heat in microwave according to the directions on the package until smooth (approximately 1 minute 30 seconds, stir, and then an additional 50 seconds, and then stir until smooth)

Step 3. Stir peanuts into melted bittersweet chocolate.

Step 4. Spread on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, spreading peanuts in a single layer.

Step 5. Drop spoonfuls of white chocolate on top, and swirl chocolates with a skewer.

Step 6. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. Break bark into large pieces.

Enjoy!



Recipe Courtesy: Martha Stewart


Makes 1 1/4 pounds

8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
7 ounces salted cocktail peanuts (1 1/2 cups)

Directions
1.Place white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and heat in microwave according to the directions on the package until smooth (approximately 1 minute, 30 seconds).

2. Place bittersweet chocolate in microwave safe bowl and heat in microwave according to the directions on the package until smooth (approximately 1 minute, 30 seconds, then stir, and then an additional 50 seconds in the microwave).

3. Stir in peanuts into melted bittersweet chocolate. Spread on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, spreading peanuts in a single layer. Drop spoonfuls of white chocolate on top, and swirl chocolates with a skewer. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. Break bark into large pieces. Bark will keep, covered and refrigerated, for up to 2 weeks.