This holiday favorite layers creamy white chocolate and rich semi-sweet chocolate, swirled together for the perfect festive treat. Quick to make and perfect to bring to all your holiday gatherings! I got this recipe from Taste of Home and it’s been my go-to favorite for as long as I can remember! If Bowser could taste test this holiday bark recipe, he’d give it five paws and a wagging tail!
If you’re on the hunt for a quick and easy holiday treat, this is my go-to recipe! It’s incredibly delicious and takes just ten minutes to whip up. With only four simple ingredients, everyone is always amazed by how such a simple recipe can taste so rich and festive. Perfect for when you’re short on time but still want to impress!
Jump to RecipeHoliday Bark Recipe Variations
This is such a simple recipe but you can customize it to however you like best, which makes it so fun to make!!
- Change the types of chocolate you use: I used semi sweet chocolate in this recipe, but you can absolutely use dark chocolate!
- Use different types of nuts and dried fruit on the bark
- Add sprinkles, crushed candy cane or other candy to the bark to make it more festive!
- Add a few drops of your favorite flavoring- peppermint, vanilla, almond…
Holiday Bark Ingredients
- Dark or Semi-Sweet Chocolate- this will be your base layer of the bark
- White Chocolate- swirl white chocolate into the base to add a rich, buttery flavor
- Pistachios- top it off with pistachios to add a bit of saltiness
- Dried Cranberries- makes this bark more festive as well as adding a bit of chewiness
- Coconut Oil- this makes the bark a little softer when biting into
How to Make this Holiday Bark Recipe
Next, melt the white chocolate and coconut oil together until smooth, stirring occasionally.
On a parchment-lined pan, pour the melted milk chocolate and spread it into an even, thin layer. Drizzle the white chocolate on top, then use a toothpick to gently swirl the two together, creating a marbled effect across the pan.
Evenly sprinkle the pistachios and cranberries on top of the chocolate. Place in the freezer until firm.
Once firm, break the chocolate into pieces of your desired size and serve!
Storing Holiday Bark
Store in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or in the freezer if you want it to last longer!
Pistachio and Cranberry Holiday Bark Recipe
Difficulty: Easy!10
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minutesIngredients
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
2 tbsp coconut oil
1/4 cup pistachios
1/4 cup dried cranberries
Directions
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until completely melted.
- Place 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips and the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until fully melted.
- Pour the melted semi- sweet chocolate onto the parchment lined- pan and spread it into an even, thin layer.
- Pour the melted white chocolate over of the semi-sweet chocolate and use a toothpick to gently swirl the chocolates together, creating a marble effect.
- Sprinkle pistachios and cranberries over the chocolate.
- Place the pan in the freezer until the chocolate is firm. Once set, break it into pieces of your desired size. Enjoy!