Description
This Halloween Bark is a festive and delicious treat combining melted semi-sweet chocolate with swirls of caramel syrup and a variety of fun toppings like candy corn, pretzels, Reese’s, M&M’s, candy eyeballs, and optional Halloween sprinkles. Perfect for a spooky celebration, it is easy to make, requiring no baking, just chilling to set.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 tbsp caramel syrup
Toppings
- ½ cup candy corn
- ¼ cup pretzels, roughly chopped or left whole
- ½ cup Reese’s, roughly chopped
- ½ cup M&M’s
- 2 tbsp candy eyeballs
- Halloween sprinkles, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside to ensure easy removal of the bark after it sets.
- Melt the Chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each to achieve a smooth, fully melted consistency.
- Spread the Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate onto the lined sheet pan and spread evenly to the edges to create an even layer.
- Drizzle Caramel: Drizzle the caramel syrup over the melted chocolate evenly for added sweetness and a marbled effect.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle candy corn, pretzels, chopped Reese’s, M&M’s, candy eyeballs, and optional Halloween sprinkles evenly over the chocolate and caramel layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the sheet pan into the refrigerator for 1 hour or until the chocolate is completely hardened and firm to touch.
- Remove and Cut: Carefully lift the parchment paper out of the pan and gently peel it off the back of the bark. Cut the bark into irregular shapes for a rustic look and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use parchment paper with overhanging edges to easily lift the bark from the pan.
- For best results, use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips for a glossy finish.
- If preferred, substitute caramel syrup with homemade caramel sauce or dulce de leche.
- Store leftover bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- Customize toppings according to preference or allergy considerations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
