Description
Silky Chocolate Peppermint Truffle Bars are an irresistible holiday indulgence, merging rich dark chocolate with a refreshing hint of peppermint. These decadent bars feature a creamy texture that melts in your mouth, topped with crunchy candy cane pieces for an added festive flair. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, they promise to delight family and friends alike, leaving everyone craving more of this delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tsp pure peppermint extract
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8 inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate and butter, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and fold in the sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
- Stir in the peppermint extract to infuse flavor.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly; tap to remove air bubbles.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm; sprinkle crushed candy canes on top before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg