This chocolate bark is so easy to make, and makes such a fun DIY and gift! All you need is good chocolate for the base and decorate as you please with your favorite Halloween candies! This decadent halloween chocolate bark recipe can be made vegan and is definitely kid friendly!
If you’re looking for easy Halloween treats to make, chocolate bark is it! These spooky Halloween treats could not be easier to put together (shhhh, don’t tell your recipients! haha ), there are so many different ways to decorate it, and I mean who doesn’t like chocolate, this dietitian right here definitely does!?
I was originally inspired by this recipe I found on Pinterest and it is one DIY that is almost impossible to end up as a Pinterest fail! So let’s dive in to this Halloween Bark recipe- aka Boo Bark!
What You Need to Make Chocolate Bark
For the base:
- Chocolate: I used a blend of milk chocolate and white chocolate because I felt like the white chocolate would add a ghosty little feel!
To decorate:
Just pick your favorite Halloween Candy, maybe a few sprinkles and you’re good to go! I used
- Kit Kat
- Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- M&Ms
- Monster candy eyes (these are a must! How cute are they?!)
I’ve seen other variations with:
- Colored sprinkles
- Candy corn
- Reese’s pieces
Honestly your imagination is the limit!
How to Make Chocolate Bark
This Halloween Bark recipe comes together in 3 easy steps!
- Melt the chocolate for the base and spread out on a parchment lined backing sheet
- Top with Halloween Candies or alternative toppings of your choice (You could totally make this for other holidays or just because using different toppings!)
- Place in the fridge or freezer to set. That’s it!
How to Melt Chocolate in a Double Boiler
A double boiler consists of two parts. A bottom section where you add water, and a top section that sits on top where the chocolate will melt. You can also just use 2 regular pots for this when one pot will sit on top of the other, using the heat from the steam to gently melt the chocolate!
- Fill bottom of the double boiler (or bottom pot) with water and place on stove top on low heat.
- Once the water gets hot (not quite boiling) add the coarsely chopped chocolate to the top of the double boiler (or top pot) and allow chocolate to melt.
- Do not cover with a lid and stir the chocolate until smooth. You’ll know when it’s time to start stirring once the chocolate begins to look shiny!
How to Melt Chocolate in the Microwave
- Break chocolate into pieces and place in a microwave safe bowl
- Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring to make sure the chocolate doesn’t burn
- Remove when mostly melted, if there are a few unmelted chunks that is ok, the residual heat will continue to melt it and this is much better than burning the chocolate!
Once you’ve melted the chocolate, just spread out on a baking sheet and start decorating!
How to Make Vegan Chocolate Bark
It is totally possible to make vegan chocolate bark! Just make sure to choose vegan chocolate for the base. A few of my favorite brands with vegan options are Green & Blacks, Enjoy Life and Camino.
You’ll also want to make sure the candy toppings you choose are vegan. Words to look out for include:
- Dairy
- Gelatin
- Shellac or confectioner’s glaze
- Carmine
- Eggs
How to Store Chocolate Bark
On the Counter:
Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to a week.
In the Fridge:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
In the Freezer:
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
These are such fun Halloween treats for kids and such a great way to get them involved in the kitchen! I hope you love this Halloween Bark recipe as much as we have been!
Other Recipes You Might Like:
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Healthy Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups(more easy halloween treats to make!) -
Chocolate PB & J Cups - Oat Flour Pumpkin Muffins
Over to You:
What would you decorate your bark with!? Let me know in the comments below!
If you try it out, make sure to tag me on Instagram @lindsaypleskot so I can see! This makes my day!
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Halloween Chocolate Bark
Description
All you need for todays chocolate bark recipe is good chocolate for the base along with your favourite Halloween candies to decorate on top! This delicious Halloween Chocolate Bark chocolate bark recipe can be made vegan and is definitely kid friendly.
Ingredients
- 500 grams semi-sweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 200g Swiss White chocolate, coarsely chopped
The rest is up to you to get creative! I used:
- Kit kat (1 kingsize or 2 regular bars)
- Peanut butter cups (1 regular bar)
- Monster candy eyes, 1 package
- M&Ms, 1 small package or ⅓ cup
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside
- Break chocolate into pieces and place in a microwave safe bowl
- Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring to make sure the chocolate doesn’t burn
- Remove when mostly melted, if there are a few unmelted chunks that is ok, the residual heat will continue to melt it and this is much better than burning the chocolate!
- Pour semi-sweet chocolate onto the pan. Spread out with a spatula or back of a spoon in a layer about ¼ inch thick. Drizzle the white chocolate overtop and use a toothpick to swirl the layers together
- Decorate the bark with your candies and place in the fridge (30-45 mins) or freezer (15 mins) to set.
- Store in an airtight container up to 1 week, in the fridge up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Make it Vegan: Check the label to make sure the chocolate and candy you are using is vegan. Look out for words such as dairy, gelatin, shellac, carmine, eggs
- Monster Candy Eyes: I found the monster candy eyes at our local Save On Foods, I have also seen them at the dollar store and on Amazon
- Other add ins: I meant to try with rice krispies and totally forgot but this would be delish! Candy corn, colored sprinkles and Reese’s Pieces would also be super festive!
- How to Gift it: Add a few pieces of chocolate bark to a cellophane bag or seasonal box lined. Tie with an orange ribbon. Optional, decorate with Halloween stickers. This would be fun to do with kids!
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: North American
Keywords: halloween chocolate bark, chocolate bark, fall recipes
Samantha says
Super fun, easy, and quick! Would be a great holiday activity to do with little ones. Made for a fun festive treat to take into work and spread some Halloween holiday joy this year— a few pieces each in a Halloween printed trick or treat bag/ziploc. Definitely recommend and will make again next year.
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Lindsay says
I love that idea Samantha! Thanks for sharing! That is so fun and I bet you brought a huge smile to your co workers faces! I’d love to try this with different toppings for other holidays too!
Lisa Thompson says
This was such a fun, simple and fast recipe for Halloween. It was also a huge hit with our daughter!
A low effort for high reward recipe which is always a winner in my books! Thanks for this Lindsay!
★★★★★
Lindsay says
You are so welcome Lisa! This makes me so happy to picture you and your daughter in the kitchen together! I’m with you on the low effort high reward! haha