Reindeer Chocolate Bark Recipe
Reindeer Chocolate Bark is a quick, festive treat made with milk chocolate, mini pretzels, candy eyes, and M&M’s. Fun to make, easy to customize, and perfect for gifting or snacking this holiday season!
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 12 mini pretzels
- 12 red M&Ms (or the nose)
- candy eyes
- 2 tabalespoons green M&Ms for decorations
- 1 teaspoon sprinkles for decorations (optional)
Instructions
Prepare Your Baking Sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the chocolate from sticking.
Melt the Chocolate:
- Melt the milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring
Create the Chocolate Base:
- Pour the melted milk chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula to about 1/4 inch thick.
Decorate the Reindeer Faces:
- Place the 12 mini pretzels onto the chocolate for the reindeer antlers.
- Add 12 red M&M's below the pretzels for the reindeer noses.
- Place candy eyes above the noses to complete the reindeer faces.
- Scatter the green M&M's and 1 teaspoon of sprinkles over the bark while the chocolate is still wet for added festive color and texture.
Set the Chocolate:
- Let the bark sit at room temperature until fully set, or place it in the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes to speed up the process.
Break and Serve:
- Once the chocolate is completely set, break it into pieces with your hands. Enjoy your festive reindeer bark or package it up as a holiday treat for friends and family!
Tips:
- Ensure the chocolate is well melted and smooth for easy spreading.
- Customize your bark with additional toppings like crushed candy canes, nuts, or dried fruit if desired.