I’ve had mixed feelings about this post. Like many of you, I’ve been on a sweet treat rampage. Not only mixing, pouring, baking and frosting but also eating.
Like a lot.
And then after I stuff myself silly . . I feel full (and happy), and fat (and happy), and bloated (and happy). . you get the picture.
But then I had this.
Ah, lovely crystallized candied ginger. How I love thee… sweet, spicy and everything good. Now, if I can find crystallized candied ginger at my local piggly wiggly, you can get your hands on some too. It’s not hard to find and it’s certainly everywhere this time of the year.
This chocolate bark is so easy to make. The hardest part is waiting. So, because I didn’t want you guys to be missing out on anything and maybe feeling a great loss because you didn’t make any chocolate bark; regret usually sinks in a few days later for me. . I’m sharing this holiday chocolate bark (two ways!) with you all today.
Because, you know what???? It’s the HOLIDAYS!!! This is the time to indulge!! This is like the one time of the year where you can say, “Screw it, I’m eating that chocolate.”
So, think of this as my obligatory holiday chocolate bark post if you must, kinda like the first day of school photos with cute kids wearing their backpacks that flood your Facebook newsfeed in early September because I know you’ve seen a million chocolate bark recipes. . just make this bark, eat it and be happy.
We can all hit the gym together in January. No bigs.
And if you’re still feeling guilty . . maybe because you ate like 5 pieces of chocolate bark. . do what I do. . crank up Uptown Funk and dance it off.
I hope you enjoy. . and Happy Holidays!!! See you guys next Monday with something special for New Years Eve!!
Make this chocolate bark!!
Holiday Chocolate Bark
Ingredients
For the dark chocolate bark:
- shelled pistachios I also threw some peanuts in there
- 2 bags 20 oz. bittersweet chocolate baking chips (I used Ghirardelli)
- chopped crystallized candied ginger
- sea salt
For the while chocolate bark:
- pretzels
- 2 bags 20 oz. classic white baking chips (I used Ghirardelli)
- Andes peppermint crunch baking chips
Instructions
For the dark chocolate bark:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and scatter the pistachios on the baking sheet. Using a double boiler on the stove or a glass bowl in the microwave, heat the chocolate chips until just melted. Stir until smooth. Very carefully, pour the melted chocolate over the pistachios until covered and top with the crystallized candied ginger and sprinkle on some sea salt. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm enough to cut or break apart.
For the while chocolate bark:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and scatter the pretzels on the baking sheet. Using a double boiler on the stove or a glass bowl in the microwave, heat the white chocolate chips until just melted. Stir until smooth. Very carefully, pour the melted chocolate over the pretzels until covered and top with the peppermint crunch baking chips. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm enough to cut or break apart. Enjoy!!
I love how easy chocolate bark is and it is fun to experiment with different flavors. Crystallized ginger – what a lovely idea! Merry Christmas to you and your family.
I can’t stop eating sweet stuff, either, Alice! But hey, it’s the right time of year.
And bark is always a good idea! I love both of these. Hard to decide…heck, why decide? Make both!
YUM! Love both varieties! Actually, love chocolate anything!
Holiday bark recipes are obligatory indeed during this time of year for all bloggers but this one is such a gorgeous rendition that it will stand out in the pack. Also, I like you have been feeling very fat and full. Detox 2015 here I come!
Omg! I couldn’t possibly decide between these! They both look so stinkin’ yummy! Pinned!
Repeat this mantra, my friend: holiday calories do not count. Then partake in my favourite form of holiday exercise – stretch out your arm, grab a hunk of chocolate, lift to mouth, chew, repeat. Both versions of bark look amazing but I’m partial to dark chocolate and crystallized ginger. These are so festive, I love it! Happy holidays, Alice! I’m sure you’re having an incredible time with your family right now and you deserve every moment!
I’ll be doing lots of dancing!
LOVE all this chocolate bark!!
OMGosh – I absolutely love this Christmas bark! So festive and colorful! What a great holiday recipe! Pinned!
Your logic completely agrees with me! Dancing is always the best way to work off all those extra calories. Love it and this recipe. Gorgeous gorgeous! Happy Christmas to you and yours Alice!!
I’ve given up going to the gym until after Christmas (mostly because I have a cough that sounds like the exorcist, but still), so BRING ON THE BARK. I love crystallized ginger as a general rule…but let’s face it, everything is better in bark form.
Gahh I don’t know which of these I love more!! They both look absolutely fabulous. Since I would never be able to decide between the two, I think I’d just have to eat them both. And then, obv DANCE IT OFF! 🙂 Pinned!
I’m so bad when I’ve made cookies or a cake, can’t stop thinking of it and of course eating it. The gym-can wait till the new year! Both these barks look awesome! I’ll definitely try the white chocolate, because I normally make dark. Pinned! Have a happy holiday Alice!
One of my favorite sweets, yours looks so great and irresistible! Happy holidays! Have a great one and eat lots of cookies! 🙂
I’ve been eating way too many sweets lately as well but ’tis the season 🙂 I absolutely love both of these barks, Alice! They look so pretty and festive! The candied ginger and pistachio combination sound incredible! I could munch on these all day long! Have a wonderful time with your family and Merry Merry Christmas 🙂 xo
I know exactly how you feel about eating many yummy sweets this holiday season! This chocolate bark looks so good, I especially like the dark chocolate and pistachio + ginger version! YUM. Thanks for sharing! I would keep eating sweets to have these ~ come january? GYM TIME.
Oh my goodness, I SO want to make these! They look amazing!
How did I miss this post? I love this a million times over!! This is going to be my staple bark recipe! You rock!