Welcome to our the eleventh day of cookies!
Day 11 of 12 Days of Cookies!
On the Eleventh Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me… 
Peppermint Bark
Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes is the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy.
Peppermint Bark
Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes are the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy. These are Gluten-Free, Holiday, Paleo, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup coconut oil softened
- 1/2 cup coconut butter softened
- 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 candy canes or crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Place chocolate chips in a double boiler or a glass bowl over a boiling pot of water and melt until the chocolate is a smooth consistency.
- Pour melted chocolate into an 8x8 inch pan lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Place pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to let chocolate solidify.
- Slightly melt the coconut oil and coconut butter until it's a thick icing consistency. Add remaining ingredients and whisk together.
- Take the pan out of the freezer and spread coconut mixture over the chocolate using a rubber spatula.
- Top with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies. Place in the freezer to set completely (about 1-2 hours)
- Once set, remove from the freezer and break into pieces.
- Store in freezer.
Notes
- If you do not have a double boiler, you can create one by placing a small pot into a slightly larger pot that is filled with a small amount of water.
- Use refined coconut oil if you don't want a strong coconut flavor.
- If you are concerned about artificial colors and flavors in candy canes, I suggest buying a brand that fits those needs! During the holidays you should be able to find them in health food stores.
Enjoy!
See you tomorrow for another sweet treat! =)
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