That favorite classic holiday treat that's fun to gift and delicious to eat! Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark that's gluten-free and top-8 allergy-free too! All the festive sweet chocolate and mint flavor only takes 4 ingredients for this dairy-free recipe remake!
It's not the holidays without some peppermint bark! Probably (one of) the best edible gifts to give. I mean, we have chocolate, white chocolate (i.e. not really chocolate), and peppermint! What's not to love? Chocolate and mint is may ultimate favorite holiday flavor (besides my love affair with gingerbread). It's so decadently refreshing and satisfying...it literally TASTES like Christmas.
But o, what a sad season it is if you're not all about that dairy, soy, and other icky things you'd find in the classic store-bought peppermint bark. It was a recipe crying to be made vegan, gluten-free, and top-8 allergy-free! I wanted a piece of that bark to break off and savor just like the rest of the chocolate-loving world! I know y'all did too. Food allergies, veganism, celiac, whatever...those things will not get in the way of enjoying EVERY essential part of the holidays!
I also had a certain someone in my life put out a strong request for some safe peppermint bark. Since I do enjoy making, baking, and creating all of my Christmas gifts, I felt the need to deliver with this one. The perks of creating those holiday gifts I give is that I get to test them out myself (since I have to keep them secret until the "reveal"). A few extra broken off pieces of chocolate peppermint bark never hurt anyone, eh?
The thing about peppermint bark is that it's super easy and only about 4 ingredients. The dark chocolate, "white chocolate", peppermint candy, and a dash of peppermint extract. Simple and shouldn't cost the "arm and leg" that it does in some (to remain unnamed) stores. Not only do I enjoy the fact that I can make this as a gift, but my frugal heart gets to sing as well! My mom and I were in the mall a few weeks ago, saw that unnamed peppermint bark, and low and behold it was obnoxiously expensive for a tiny little bag. NO WAY!
Guys, don't worry though! You know I'm always here to save you the troubles and sadness! Whether you're making this as a last-minute gift (totally doable) or an indulgent chocolate treat for your food allergy self, you are in for an easy peasy minty surprise! You can make this peppermint bark as thick or as thin as you like, you can also cut even squares like I did or you can go rustic and literally just break big hunks off!
Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark
Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
That favorite classic holiday treat that's fun to gift and delicious to eat! Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark that's gluten-free and top-8 allergy-free too! All the festive sweet chocolate and mint flavor only takes 4 ingredients for this dairy-free recipe remake!
- Yield: Varies
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Allergy-Free Dark Chocolate Chips
- 3 Bars Milkless Polar Dream White Chocolate Bars
- ½ Tsp Peppermint Extract
- ¼ Cup Crushed Peppermint Candy
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a greased microwave safe bowl for 30 second intervals until it easily stirs together melted.
- Spread the melted dark chocolate in a wax paper lined pan (I used an 8x8 baking dish). Let cool about 10 minutes, until mostly set.
- Repeat the melting process for the white chocolate, but stir in the peppermint extract once melted.
- Pour the minty white chocolate over the hardened dark chocolate, smooth it out evenly.
- Now sprinkle the crushed peppermint candy (pressing it in to the chocolate a bit) over the unset white chocolate top, before placing in the fridge to completely cool and harden (or leave it on the counter for a few hours to harden at room temperature).
- Once hard, you can use a sharp knife to cute squares/rectangles, or simply break pieces off (breaking pieces off works best if you made thin bark).
Notes
*You can also use Simply Delicious White Chocolate Chips or Pascha white chocolate.
My food allergy folk, please be careful with vegan white chocolates. The two ones I listed are the only ones I've found that are top-8 allergen-free (UPDATE: Nestle Tollhouse's new line of Simply Delicious allergen-free chocolate has WHITE CHOCOLATE CHIPS. Many (all) vegan white chocolates have SOY and are cross-contaminated. Be safe! We don't need any throats closing up and trips to the emergency room on Christmas, now do we? No, that would not be a very merry Christmas! But if you follow this delicious, free, easy peasy peppermint bark recipe, then you'll be OK!
So tell me:
+ Are you a huge peppermint bark fan? That long awaited "once a year" seasonal delicacy! (My mom's favorite thing!)
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Kimmy Ripley
Absolutely love that this is gluten-free! I pinned it for later. Might need to make this for my guests this Xmas!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Peppermint bark is 100% essential!
Ann @ Homestead Blog Hop
A long needed update to an all time classic. Well done!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Nice and safe for all!
Kat (The Baking Explorer)
This looks so pretty and looks like a perfect christmas gift too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That's what peppermint bark is for!
Louise (Cooking with Kids)
This looks really yummy, thanks for sharing xx
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Shannon
I am not gluten free but this looks delicious, I would make it anyway!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well of course. Peppermint bark is 90% of the time GF.
Anna
Looks awesome, I bet no-one would complain it's vegan 😀
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Why would they complain?
Anne | Like the morning sun
These look so festive and delicious! Thanks for the recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well I hope you make some!
Honest Mum
These look delicious, I hope you are well x
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Megan
Oh my . YUMMMM! Can't wait to try these!! Thanks for posting!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy!
Ruthie Ridley
This looks great! Love that they are gf!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Of course.
Jazz
This looks delicious! I've never tried peppermint bark but this might be my first attempt since it's gluten and allergy free.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O my goodness, you must!
Lee
These looks so good and easy to make. Plus I feel like they are better for you than traditional chocolate.
Lee
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, sadly, still not a "healthy" treat 😛
Dianna
Definitely looks like "a taste of Christmas"...thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, we all need a "bite" of Christmas 😉
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Yes please Rebecca! I love this peppermint bark! Pinning.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Woohoo! Gotta make some!
chelsey
My husband loves peppermint bark! I may give this a try, thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You "may"? Well I think you WILL!
Krsiti
This looks delicious and perfect for my friends who have many, many allergies.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Fantastic to hear!
Yolanda
When I make chocolate bark it looks like a bit of a mess! Unlike your professional, pretty looking treats. Saving this to try soon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha, there was still clean up 😉
Vicki @ Babies to Bookworms
Yum! This looks delicious! I am a sucker for anything peppermint bark!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is a delicacy!
Theresa Bailey
For any fan of peppermint, this looks like a really good recipe to try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You've never had peppermint bark?
Chelsea
Ahhh! This looks amazing!! All of your recipes sound SO good!! I'm a HUGE peppermint bark fan so I have got to try this one!! I can't wait!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You need to make your own!! Game-changing! (and thank you!)
Katie Braswell
Oh YES! This looks awesome! I love how it's going to fit right in to our household's CRAZY diet! Seriously, we all have different restrictions. Thanks for sharing a great treat!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Fantastic! I'm so glad to hear that!
Christine Turner
Looks so appetizing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope, lol.
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of Joy
Yummy! I totally just made some peppermint bark too (except mine is not allergy friendly 😉 ). Yours looks so very good.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha 😉 Well I've got us "free-froms" covered over here 😉
yvette
peppersmint bark is my all-time fav! Thanks for coming up with allergy-friendly options for me to try. I'm so glad to have discovered your site. Pinned it for this weekend's baking quest.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!! I hope tons of deliciousness awaits 😉
Emily @ Pizza & Pull-Ups
Yum! I love peppermint bark, it is one of my favorite holiday goodies!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Me too! So good!
Shelby @Fitasamamabear
These look so festive! And yummy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The ultimate Christmas candy!
Kim
It looks so easy and delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It sure is!
Carolin
This looks so delicious and pretty easy to make. Perfect combination 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Super easy and deish!
dixya @food, pleasure, and health
i have been looking for vegan white chocolate and thank you for doing the research. peppermint bark is indeed my fav too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
There are plenty of vegan white chocolates, but not these allergen-free!
Leslie
This looks so delicious. This is a perfect gift for anyone. You don't have to worry about which friends have allergies!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A perfect option exactly!
Vanessa / FashionAveMom
This is great! I love peppermint bark! thank you for sharing!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is so yummy!
Debra
Ooh. Aah. Super fun and simple and beautiful!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thanks!
Renee
My daughter is literally flipping out about how great these look! Guess we know what we'll be making soon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
YAY!! Weekend festivities 😉
Kate
This recipe is absolutely perfect for this time of year! It would make the perfect stocking stuffer or little addition to a gift! THANK YOU!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! It is such a fabulous gift!
Zahra Biabani
Ahhh so easy and looks divine!!! One of my favorite Christmas treats 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I do love how simple it is to make!
Nicole Kauffman
This looks delicious! I've always wanted to try peppermint bark 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O my gosh, well if you've never had it, you need some ASAP!
Katie
I always loved peppermint bark as a kid! I need to try out your recipe 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! The love just grows with age 😉
Kate
This looks so good! Thanks for pulling this together - I was just thinking about making allergen-friendly peppermint bark the other day. My food allergies and I thank you!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
So needed!! And vegan bark doesn't even cut it! Has to be Top-8 free!