Halloween Candy Bark

Halloween Candy Bark recipe is an easy Halloween dessert that doesn’t require any decorating skills. Also a great way to use leftover Halloween candy.

We don’t go all out for Halloween. My kids dress up, we make a few treats, and we go to trunk-or-treat or go trick-or-treating. We keep things pretty simple but festive – like this Halloween Candy Bark.

Halloween bark is a great way to make an easy Halloween dessert without having to do a lot of decorating.  Just buy some Halloween-themed candy, and you’re set!

It’s also quick and easy to make. It only takes a few minutes of hands-on time, and then it can chill in the fridge until you’re ready to serve it.

What is candy bark?

Bark or candy bark is a thin layer of chocolate with other candy, fruit, or nuts on top of it. Peppermint bark is one of the most famous types of candy bark.

How to make Halloween candy bark

Step 1: Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler.

Step 2: Spread the melted chocolate chips in the prepared baking pan.

Tip >> You can use either parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to line the pan. If you don’t line the pan, it can be difficult to get the bark out.

Step 3: Sprinkle pretzel pieces and add chocolate candies.

Tip >> I’ve used chopped Snickers bars, Reese’s peanut butter cups, ghosts, or pumpkins, and Hershey’s tombstone mini chocolate bars.

Step 4: Melt the white chocolate almond bark in the microwave or in a double boiler.

Step 5: Drizzle the white chocolate over the candy.

Step 6: Sprinkle the Reese’s pieces or M&Ms over the top.

Tip >> I gently press the M&Ms in to secure them.

Step 7: Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, or until set.

Tip >> At this point, you can leave it in the fridge for up to 4 days. Break into irregular pieces to serve.

Tips

One of the great things about this recipe is how flexible it is.

• I use semisweet chocolate chips for the base, but you could use bittersweet if you would like more of a dark chocolate flavor to the bark.
• You can use pretty much any combination of chocolaty candies that you’d like to use. I went with a peanut/peanut butter theme, but, really, whatever works.
• Look for Halloween-themed candies like Hershey’s tombstone chocolate bars and Reese’s pumpkins and ghosts to add Halloween fun to the bark.
• Don’t be afraid of the pretzels. They add a nice crunch, and the little bit of salt helps to break up all of the sweetness.
• You could also use peanuts or any other chopped nut if you prefer.

Storage

Store any leftover Halloween candy bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The bark will keep for up to 1 week when properly stored in the fridge.

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