Making Bark is so easy, especially once you figure out how to handle combining everything to look as pretty in reality as it is in your idea. At the holiday I bought enough food to bake for three holidays! I have ample cupboard space but not when you consider baking isn’t the only cooking going on in the kitchen. Having more than one cook in the home also limits space. This two layer bark was a snap once I decided to let it congeal on a foil lined counter. I put it covered in the garage over night to get it hard enough to break up. Combining an Andes Mint Chocolate bottom with a white chocolate top was a great idea. The bottom layer stayed soft a few hours longer than I thought it would. This pretty little bark was a hit at the last family gathering at Christmas. The Andes mint taste combined with the white chocolate was so delicious I am dreaming of an encore! St Paddy’s perhaps? For more romantic recipes see my Red Velvet Sweetheart Collection!
Sweetheart Bark
Ingredients
- 1 10 oz bag Andes baking chips
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vegeatble oil
- 8 oz white bark coating I found it at Kroger in the baking aisle
- red m&ms sprinkles, conversation candy hearts, mini marshmallows or anything you'd like to decorate with.
Instructions
- Melt the Andes chips and chocolate chips together with 1 tsp vegetable oil using the method of your choice. Let it cool for a few minutes, until it is just about room temperature. I used the microwave. It took 1 1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Spread over layer of wax paper as thick or thin as you'd like and let sit until completely hardened, about 10 minutes. You may place it in the refrigerator to speed up this process.
- Melt the white candy bark according to package directions. Again, it took 1 1/2 minutes in the microwave, strring every 30 seconds. Let it cool for a couple minutes before spreading. I waited 10 minutes.
- Spread over the hardened chocolate. Use a spatula to spread/smooth it out.
- Sprinkle m&ms, mini marshmallows, conversation candy hearts or sprinkles and sprinkle over the top and let it harden. Over night is best.
- Break or cut into bite-sized pieces.
Debbie+Kitterman
February 7, 2018 at 9:20 PMMarilyn – I love this idea! what a great use for the boxes and boxes of conversation hearts candy many people will receive on Valentines Day. Thank you for always sharing such delicious recipes at #TuneInThursday each week.
Marilyn
February 8, 2018 at 4:34 PMThank you Debbie! I agree that anytime you cn use up the little extras given from friends it is a good thing. I know I never eat those conversation hearts from the box. But on this bark, I did!! Have a great week!
Jessica
February 7, 2018 at 6:12 AMThis looks like a yummy fun treat for my co-op class!
Marilyn
February 7, 2018 at 1:08 PMIt is a great treat or snack. Just top it for the occasion! Have a great week!
[email protected]+The+Quiet+Homemaker
February 6, 2018 at 10:37 AMYum! I love all things bark!! 🙂 I usually make a peppermint bark at Christmas and it is so yummy. Oh how I can not wait to have a real kitchen again!!
Thanks for linking up #LiveLifeWell!
Blessings,
Amy
Marilyn
February 6, 2018 at 2:45 PMI hope you get to make this bark soon!!! Are you doing a kitchen makeover??
[email protected]+The+Quiet+Homemaker
February 10, 2018 at 12:44 PMWe are living in a camper while we finish building our house. We have been in it since last May and probably have at least 6 more months! :/
Marilyn
February 10, 2018 at 1:35 PMYou better be sharing pictures! We built our dream home and it took 10 months. What a ride!! Enjoy every minute. Have a great week!
laura
February 5, 2018 at 11:41 PMSo cute! Thanks for linking up to the Friday Frenzy!
Marilyn
February 6, 2018 at 8:50 AMThanks Laura. I finally learned Valentines Day wasnt just for the girls!! Have a great week.
[email protected]+Modern+on+Monticello
February 4, 2018 at 5:05 PMGreat recipe and treat for the holiday. Can’t wait to try it. Visiting from #HomeMattersParty
Marilyn
February 4, 2018 at 6:34 PMThank you Donna! Great to have you visiting. PHave a great week!
April J Harris
February 4, 2018 at 12:32 PMWhat a fun idea for Valentine’s Day, Marilyn! I love those sweet little love hearts and this is a great way to use them (or any Valentine candy!). Thank you so much for sharing, and for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party. I hope you are having a lovely weekend!
Marilyn
February 4, 2018 at 6:33 PMThank you so much April. I really enjoy your party and look forward to it! Have a great week!
Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck
February 3, 2018 at 7:33 PMIt’s hard to believe that it’s that of year already! Bring on the candy!!!
Marilyn
February 3, 2018 at 8:38 PMI know. Where did January go?? Have a great week.
Julie @ Back To My Southern Roots
February 2, 2018 at 9:47 PMI could get used to this bark! Looks delicious. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friday! Hope you’re having a good week!
Marilyn
February 3, 2018 at 8:41 AMThank you Julie. I am glad you like this bark. Have a great week!
Christie+Hawkes
February 2, 2018 at 8:01 PMThis looks beautiful and delicious, Marilyn! Thanks for sharing on #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty!
Marilyn
February 2, 2018 at 9:00 PMThank you Christie! Enjoy your week!
Jelica
February 2, 2018 at 5:50 PMWhat a great idea for Valentine’s Day! I especially like those conversation candy hearts 🙂
Marilyn
February 2, 2018 at 6:20 PMI had some from last year so I decided to use them. Now I am thinking of all kinds of ways to use up my leftover goodies! Have a great week.
Trish
February 2, 2018 at 1:17 PMThis sounds so amazing! Love mint chocolate! Pinned!
Marilyn
February 2, 2018 at 1:36 PMI do too, Trish. Have a wonderful week.
Helen+at+the+Lazy+Gastronome
February 2, 2018 at 10:29 AMWhat a fun treat – Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party and have a great weekend!
Marilyn
February 2, 2018 at 1:35 PMThanks Helen. Have a wonderful week.
Julie
February 2, 2018 at 9:42 AMSo simple and so pretty. I love the mix you’ve used here.
Marilyn
February 2, 2018 at 1:35 PMThank you Julie! It is so easy to make. The hard part is waiting for it harden. Have a wonderful week.
[email protected]+Kelly+Lynns+Sweets+and+Treats
February 2, 2018 at 9:37 AMWhat a fun Valentine’s Day candy! The conversation hearts on top are so cute!!
Marilyn
February 2, 2018 at 1:35 PMThank you Kelly. The kids loved putting those hearts in the perfect spot. Seems I raised kids with OCD, too! Have a wonderful week.
Jann+Olson
February 1, 2018 at 10:25 PMSounds tasty, and so fun for Valentines! Thanks for sharing the recipe with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Marilyn
February 1, 2018 at 10:32 PMI can never resist chocolate and mint. This is delicious! Have a great week.
Monika+Dabrowski
January 30, 2018 at 2:26 PMThis looks amazing Marilyn, it’s something I would normally have a bit too much of, except I am trying to eat less sugar these days:( thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare:)
Marilyn
January 30, 2018 at 2:48 PMI simply can’t have recipes like this around either. I make it for friends in gift baskets. Then I lick the bowl!! LOL. Have a great week.
Katelynn|hampersandhiccups.com
January 29, 2018 at 2:39 PMMmm, yummy and fun to make with little ones! Could get pretty creative with the candies.
#amazememonday
Katelynn, hampersandhiccups.com
Marilyn
January 29, 2018 at 3:08 PMYou can add anything you have on hand to top the bark. Have a good week.
Miz Helen
February 21, 2017 at 4:40 PMHi Marilyn,
What a lovely combination for your Sweetheart Bark and thanks so much for sharing this recipe with us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a great week and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen
Marilyn
February 21, 2017 at 5:00 PMYou are welcome Miz Helen. I will visit on Thursday. Have a great week!
Lisa Pomerantz
February 21, 2017 at 3:26 PMYou made me hungry! if it is as easy as i=you make it sound, you may make me a hero too! #FridayFrivolity
Marilyn
February 21, 2017 at 4:52 PMIt is as easy as it sounds Lisa! Your family will put you on a pedestal!
Sandra Garth
February 17, 2017 at 5:25 PMThis is almost too easy!
Marilyn
February 17, 2017 at 6:35 PMIt is. You can have it made before the coffee pot is ready! Thanks Sandra.
Audrey
February 17, 2017 at 5:24 PMMy mint and chocolate lovin boys would love this because of the Andes mints. And the little one likes the conversation hearts.
Thanks for partying with us every week on #FridayFrivolity. I always love to see what you bring to the party.
Marilyn
February 17, 2017 at 6:35 PMYou are always so gracious Audrey! I am sure they will do something special for you to reward them!
Amanda @ The Kolb Corner
February 17, 2017 at 11:20 AMI didn’t even know that andes mint baking chips existed! Totally need to make this. Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!
Marilyn
February 17, 2017 at 12:11 PMI was browsing the baking isle (surprised?) when I found them. They are great to use in anything!! Thanks for commenting.
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome
February 16, 2017 at 11:07 AMWhat a pretty treat! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!
Marilyn
February 16, 2017 at 12:04 PMYou are welcome Helen. Have a great week.
Michelle
February 16, 2017 at 1:39 AMYup, you definitely need an encore for this one Marilyn. I’ve never tried bark, but chocolate and mint is always a winning combination
Marilyn
February 16, 2017 at 12:04 PMIt is just thicker chocolate bars! Melt, cool and eat! I know you can do this! Have a great week.
Laurie
February 12, 2017 at 11:32 PMAwesome, quick sweet treat for Valentine’s Day! Pinned!
Marilyn
February 13, 2017 at 10:12 AMThanks Laurie. I hope you try it some time!
Jeannee Taylor
February 12, 2017 at 5:36 PMThat is so pretty! I have never made bark. My Grandma used to though! I thought it was hard but you make it seem easy! What a delicious Valentine to give to the ones you love! Thanks for sharing your recipe with us! #HomeMattersParty
Jeanneee
Marilyn Lesniak
February 12, 2017 at 6:32 PMIt is as easy as boiling water. I hope you give it a try! Hasppt Valentine’s Day!
Angie ~ ambient wares
February 11, 2017 at 6:46 PMMarilyn, Marilyn, Marilyn, I must make this! I’ve never made anything like it but, I had no idea it could be this easy. Thank you for sharing this with us at Funtastic Friday!
Marilyn
February 12, 2017 at 5:08 PMI know! And like my snack mixes you can use anything you have! If you buy the chocolate bark slab in the bakery aisle you don’t have to worry about butning. But I like this wasy best. Better flavor. Enjoy and let me know how you top it! Happy Valentine’s Day.
Lindsay
February 16, 2016 at 12:29 PMthese look incredible! thanks so much for sharing with us at #funtasticfriday
Marilyn Lesniak
February 16, 2016 at 2:27 PMThank you Lindsay! I love to party with you.
Nikki Frank-Hamilton
February 14, 2016 at 10:49 PMI love the double layer! I’ve never tried that. We’ve made bark and love to add all types of colored candies to make it more festive. Next time I’ll try a second layer! Love it!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 15, 2016 at 3:01 PMThanks Nikki. Two layers were the result of indecision!
olivia
February 14, 2016 at 6:53 PMI love this idea for a sweet treat, Marilyn. Of course, it goes without saying, Thank you for linking up with Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. 😉
xoxo
Olivia
Marilyn Lesniak
February 14, 2016 at 8:27 PMThanks Zolivia! If youfind a way to mleit cliac friendly let me know! Happy Valentin’s Day.
Charlotte
February 14, 2016 at 11:15 AMI really need to try making bark! I love the idea of these and it would be M&M’s for us because they are a favourite of ours! Thanks so much for linking up to #YumTum this week xx
Marilyn Lesniak
February 14, 2016 at 8:26 PMYou are so welcome Charlotte! I love to party with ypu. I m glad you enjoyed the bark. Hope you get to make some!
Betsy
February 13, 2016 at 5:35 PMWhat a fun and ridiculously easy treat! Thanks for sharing!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 13, 2016 at 6:19 PMThank you Betsy. I am all about easy, chep, and tasty! Have a great weekend.
Christine
February 13, 2016 at 8:09 AMThat looks wonderful, definitely pinning this for later. Thanks so much for sharing it at the Table It Link Party.
Marilyn Lesniak
February 13, 2016 at 1:06 PMThank you for the pin and the comment Christine. I m glad I found the party. Have a great weekend!
Jess
February 12, 2016 at 4:56 PMThis looks so cute! And sounds tasty! 🙂
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 12, 2016 at 8:02 PMThank you Jess! Have a great week.
Michelle
February 12, 2016 at 9:13 AMSo pretty for Valentine’s Day. WE love a good bark in these parts. I bet you can make this festive for any holiday. I’m so glad you are joining me each week to share your delicious recipes at my party. I’ll see next time.
Marilyn Lesniak
February 12, 2016 at 4:38 PMThis bark is one you can decorate for anything! I love your parties Michelle nd I ouldn’t miss them!
Joy @ Yummy Seconds
February 11, 2016 at 8:23 PMThis bark definitely looks sweet, Marilyn. Thanks for sharing.
#YumTum
Marilyn Lesniak
February 11, 2016 at 9:01 PMI am glad you liked it Joy! Have a great Valentine’s Day.
Ducks n a Row
February 11, 2016 at 8:18 PMThis is so easy and so pretty. What a great Valentine’s Day treat!
Sinea ♥
Marilyn Lesniak
February 11, 2016 at 9:00 PMThanks Sinea. It really came out well. I appreciate your comment. Have a great Valentine’s Day!
OneDizzyBee
February 11, 2016 at 7:04 PMThis is really so pretty. I’d love to do this for girls’ get-togethers because it’s so gorgeous but not complicated. Thanks for this!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 11, 2016 at 7:41 PMThank you so much for sharing your wonderful comment! This would be great t a Sweet Sixteen party! Have a great Valentine’s Day.
CJ Huang | Morsels of Life
February 11, 2016 at 1:59 PMLooks so cute! I bet that minty Andes flavor was great too. 🙂
Marilyn Lesniak
February 11, 2016 at 7:40 PMCJ it really was a great combination. The Andes was mooth nd not chunky like some mint chocolates tend to be. Thanks for coming by and have a good week!
Beverly
February 11, 2016 at 8:45 AMWhat a pretty and tasty treat! I love that it can be decorated for lots of different occasions. Pinned and Tweeted. Thanks for partying with us at Snickerdoodle Sunday, Marilyn.
Marilyn Lesniak
February 11, 2016 at 7:38 PMThank you Beverly for choosing my Sweetheart Bark to comment on. It really is versatile nd so much fun to create. Have a great week.
AnnMarie
February 10, 2016 at 2:34 PMI love to make bark and I love to EAT bark! I have a board called Loving the Bark and this is pinned on it! Thanks for yet another great bark recipe!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 10, 2016 at 3:54 PMThank you Ann Marie for the pin and comment. Bark is fast and easy and CHOCOLATE! What is not to love?
Winnie
February 10, 2016 at 3:00 AMThis looks fantastic, and I happen to looooooooooove white chocolate, so this is perfect for my taste
Marilyn Lesniak
February 10, 2016 at 10:38 AMI am so glad Winnie! This is so simple you will never buy wrapped candy again! Thank you for commenting nd have a gret day!
Leslie
February 9, 2016 at 8:36 PMThis looks so good! Oh for St. Patrick’s day add a little green to the white chocolate & throw in some shamrock sprinkles, yummy!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 9, 2016 at 8:56 PMThat sounds like a plan Leslie! The mint just adds to the festive feeling. Have a great week and thanks for the comment.
Chelc | Inside the Fox Den
February 9, 2016 at 11:48 AMWhat a yummy Valentine’s Day treat! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday, hope to see you again next week!
Marilyn Lesniak
February 9, 2016 at 8:54 PMYou are welcome Chelc. I hope you get to make it sometime. Thanks for commenting and have a great week!
Carrie Bostic
February 9, 2016 at 12:31 AMOh yummy! Love the sprinkles. 😀
Marilyn Lesniak
February 9, 2016 at 8:50 PMThanks Carrie! I am so glad you like it. Have a great week.
Mrs. AOK
February 8, 2016 at 11:01 PMI think my oldest daughter would love this, she is loves Andes mints.
Thanks for sharing with us at Mommy Monday!
XOXO
Marilyn Lesniak
February 9, 2016 at 8:49 PMThe andes mint at the base is what completes this bark! You have to give it a try. Thanks for comng by. Have a great week.
sue
February 8, 2016 at 3:00 PMI wasn’t sure what bark is Marilyn! I haven’t seen it in Australia. These hearts look cute for Valentine’s Day so very timely. Thanks for sharing with us at #OvertheMoon
Marilyn Lesniak
February 8, 2016 at 3:33 PMThank you Sue! Bark is thick harder chocolate that can be plain or you can mix anything into it. I hope ypu give it a try. It is an easy and wonderful treat!
Danita Carr
February 7, 2016 at 10:02 PMLooks like fun and festive Valentine’s treat! Thanks for sharing! #SmallVictories
Marilyn Lesniak
February 8, 2016 at 3:30 PMThank you Danita. I am glad you liked it. I love to party at Small Victories! See you next week.
Erin @ Stay At Home Yogi
February 6, 2016 at 8:42 PMReally cute idea to use the conversation hearts! You definitely should do a St. Patty’s bark! 🙂
Marilyn Lesniak
February 6, 2016 at 9:22 PMThank you Erin! As far as St Paddy Bark I m still looking for candy Leprechauns, hats and shamrocks. Have a great day!
Joanne T Ferguson
August 17, 2015 at 3:05 AMI;ve never had bark of any kind to date! I think that might change soon Marilyn! Pinned and shared!
#ibablogger
Marilyn
August 17, 2015 at 2:54 PMJoanne, once you make it you will always have some around!
Alexis
February 4, 2015 at 5:26 PMI love barks and Andes mints! This will definitely need to be made soon. Couldn’t have come at a better time! Thanks!!
Marilyn
February 4, 2015 at 8:24 PMThanks Alexis! I hope you like it as much as I did. The two chocolates together are amazing! I did one for St Paddy’ the same time, but I think it looks more like Christmas. I should have removed the red sprinkles. I may post it nyway when the time comes.