If you’re looking for easy, festive, and crowd-pleasing holiday treats, Christmas bark is the way to go! These colorful and flavorful recipes combine chocolate, candy, fruit, and nuts into irresistible sweets that are perfect for gifting, parties, or simply enjoying by the fire.
Holiday Fruit and Nut Bark
This classic bark is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and nutty flavors. Dark chocolate, dried fruit, and crunchy nuts come together for a treat that feels indulgent yet wholesome.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
Instructions:
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with nuts, cranberries, and apricots.
- Chill until firm, then break into pieces.
White Chocolate Cranberry Pistachio Bark
A festive white bark with a pop of red and green, perfect for holiday tables. Sweet cranberries and crunchy pistachios add a gourmet touch.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions:
- Melt white chocolate in the microwave or a double boiler.
- Spread evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Top with cranberries and pistachios.
- Refrigerate until set, then break into chunks.
The Grinch Bark
A fun, kid-friendly treat with vibrant green chocolate and festive candies. This playful bark will be the star of any Christmas party.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz green candy melts
- 4 oz milk chocolate
- 1/2 cup Christmas candies
Instructions:
- Melt green candy melts and spread onto a lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with melted milk chocolate.
- Scatter Christmas candies on top.
- Let harden before breaking into pieces.
Nutty Holiday Bark
Packed with crunch and rich dark chocolate, this bark is a nut-lover’s dream. The mix of walnuts, almonds, and cranberries creates the ultimate holiday snack.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Instructions:
- Melt dark chocolate and spread onto parchment paper.
- Sprinkle evenly with walnuts, almonds, and cranberries.
- Refrigerate until hardened.
- Break into squares and serve.
Reindeer Bark
This adorable bark is as fun to make as it is to eat. Mini pretzels, red noses, and chocolate chip eyes transform chocolate into cute little reindeer faces.
Ingredients:
- 8 oz milk chocolate
- 4 oz white chocolate
- Mini pretzels
- Red candy melts
- Chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Melt milk chocolate and spread onto a baking sheet.
- Place pretzels for antlers, red candy melts for noses, and chocolate chips for eyes.
- Drizzle with melted white chocolate for accents.
- Chill until firm, then break into reindeer-shaped pieces.
Christmas M&M Bark
Bright, colorful, and simple, this bark is always a hit with kids. The M&Ms and pretzels add a crunchy, festive twist.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup Christmas-themed M&Ms
- 1/4 cup crushed pretzels (optional)
Instructions:
- Melt milk chocolate and spread onto parchment paper.
- Sprinkle with M&Ms and crushed pretzels.
- Let chill until hardened.
- Break into bite-sized chunks.
Chocolate Candy Cane Bark
Cool peppermint and rich chocolate are the ultimate Christmas combo. With a pretty drizzle of white chocolate, this bark makes a perfect holiday gift.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
- 4 oz white chocolate chips (for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Melt dark chocolate and spread onto parchment paper.
- Sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
- Melt white chocolate and drizzle over the top.
- Chill until hardened, then break apart.
These festive holiday bark recipes are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Whether you’re preparing them as gifts, setting them out at a holiday party, or enjoying them with your family, each one brings a touch of sweetness and joy to the season.