Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe is quick, no-bake, and endlessly customizable. The combination of milk or dark chocolate with white chocolate creates a striking contrast, while candy toppings let you get creative with colors and Halloween themes. It’s easy enough for kids to help assemble, making it perfect for family baking fun.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces chocolate candy melts (milk or dark chocolate)
- 8 ounces white chocolate candy melts
- ½ cup Halloween M&Ms or candy of your choice
- Halloween sprinkles
- Candy eyeballs
Directions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt the white chocolate candy melts in a separate bowl using the same method. Drizzle or swirl over the chocolate layer for a marbled effect.
- Immediately sprinkle Halloween M&Ms, candy eyeballs, and sprinkles over the chocolate before it sets.
- Let the bark cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours or place in the refrigerator to set more quickly.
- Once hardened, break into pieces and serve.
Servings and Timing
- Servings: About 12–16 pieces, depending on size
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Setting time: 1–2 hours
- Total time: 1–2 hours 10 minutes
Variations
- Use colored candy melts to match any theme or holiday.
- Add crushed cookies, pretzels, or nuts for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with caramel or peanut butter for added flavor.
- Use different shaped candy for seasonal customization pumpkins, bats, or ghosts.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Avoid storing in direct sunlight or warm areas, as the chocolate can melt. Chocolate bark can also be frozen for up to 1 month wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe container.
FAQs
Can I use regular chocolate instead of candy melts?
Yes! Chop your favorite chocolate bars into pieces and melt them gently using a double boiler or microwave.
Do I have to swirl the white chocolate?
No swirling is optional. You can spread it as a separate layer or drizzle it for a decorative effect.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, as long as the candies and sprinkles you use are gluten-free.
How do I get clean pieces when breaking the bark?
Let the chocolate fully harden before breaking. Use a sharp knife to cut for more uniform pieces.
Conclusion
Easy Chocolate Bark is a quick, customizable, and festive Halloween treat. Sweet, colorful, and fun to assemble, it’s perfect for parties, gift-giving, or snacking at home. With endless decoration possibilities, this chocolate bark combines creativity and flavor in one simple dessert.
PrintEasy Chocolate Bark
Easy Chocolate Bark is a simple, festive Halloween treat. Layers of chocolate and white chocolate melts are topped with colorful candy, spooky sprinkles, and candy eyeballs to create a playful, customizable dessert. Perfect for parties, classroom treats, or quick holiday snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 1–2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 pieces
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, Melting, Decorating
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
8 ounces chocolate candy melts (milk or dark chocolate)
8 ounces white chocolate candy melts
½ cup Halloween M&Ms or candy of your choice
Halloween sprinkles
Candy eyeballs
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt white chocolate candy melts in a separate bowl using the same method. Drizzle or swirl over chocolate layer for marbled effect.
- Immediately sprinkle Halloween M&Ms, candy eyeballs, and sprinkles over chocolate before it sets.
- Let bark cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours or place in the refrigerator to set more quickly.
- Once hardened, break into pieces and serve.
Notes
Use colored candy melts to match any theme or holiday.
Add crushed cookies, pretzels, or nuts for extra crunch.
Drizzle with caramel or peanut butter for added flavor.
Use different shaped candy for seasonal customization—pumpkins, bats, or ghosts.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks; can freeze up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
