Save A festive, indulgent chocolate bark inspired by hot chocolate bombs, filled with marshmallows and cocoa mix—perfect for gifting or enjoying during the holidays.
I created this bark for my friends last December, and everyone loved stirring pieces into mugs of hot milk and watching the marshmallows melt. It's a fun twist on classic chocolate bark, and you can easily customize it with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- Semisweet chocolate: 300 g, chopped or chips
- White chocolate: 100 g, chopped or chips
- Mini marshmallows: 60 g
- Hot cocoa mix: 3 tbsp
- Crushed peppermint candies (optional): 2 tbsp
- Chocolate sprinkles (optional): 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Prepare pan:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate:
- Melt the semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler) or in 30-second bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Spread chocolate:
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a rectangle about ½ cm thick.
- Add fillings:
- While the chocolate is still warm, evenly sprinkle the hot cocoa mix, mini marshmallows, and crushed peppermint candies (if using) over the surface.
- Drizzle white chocolate:
- Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the bark in zig-zag patterns.
- Add toppings:
- Add chocolate sprinkles or any additional toppings as desired.
- Set toppings:
- Gently press toppings into the chocolate with a spatula or your hands to ensure they stick.
- Chill bark:
- Refrigerate the bark for at least 30 minutes, or until fully set.
- Serve:
- Once firm, break the bark into large pieces. Package as gifts or store in an airtight container.
Save My kids always volunteer to help with sprinkling on toppings and breaking up the bark for holiday treat boxes. It's become a fun family tradition each winter.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, heatproof bowls, spatula, microwave or double boiler
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 11 g, Carbohydrates 30 g, Protein 2 g
Serving Suggestion
Stir a large piece of bark into 1 cup of hot milk until melted for instant hot chocolate or enjoy as a sweet treat on its own.
Save This festive bark is perfect for sharing. Create a batch to gift during the holidays or enjoy together on cozy nights in.
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What types of chocolate are best for this bark?
Using high-quality semisweet and white chocolate ensures a smooth texture and rich flavor. Mixing dark or milk chocolate can add depth.
- → Can I add other toppings to customize the bark?
Yes, crushed cookies, caramel bits, or festive sprinkles make excellent additions to personalize flavor and texture.
- → How long should the bark chill before breaking?
Refrigerate the set bark for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up properly for easy breaking.
- → Is this bark suitable for gifting?
Absolutely. Broken into large pieces and packaged securely, it makes a delightful, festive edible gift.
- → How can I serve this bark as a drink enhancement?
Stir a piece into hot milk until melted to create an instant hot chocolate beverage.