Matcha Peppermint White Chocolate (Printable Version)

Festive marbled chocolate blending creamy white chocolate with earthy matcha and refreshing peppermint, topped with crushed candy canes for a vibrant holiday treat.

# What You Need:

→ Chocolate

01 - 10.5 oz high-quality white chocolate, chopped

→ Flavorings

02 - 2 tsp culinary-grade matcha powder
03 - 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

→ Toppings

04 - 1.5 oz crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

# How To Make:

01 - Line an 8x8 inch baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
02 - Set a heatproof bowl over a pan of gently simmering water to create a double boiler. Add the white chocolate and stir constantly until completely smooth and melted.
03 - Remove approximately half of the melted white chocolate to a separate clean bowl, leaving equal portions in both bowls.
04 - Sift the matcha powder into one bowl of melted chocolate. Stir thoroughly until fully incorporated and the mixture achieves a vibrant green color.
05 - Add the peppermint extract to the remaining bowl of white chocolate. Mix well to distribute the flavor evenly.
06 - Pour the peppermint-infused white chocolate onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it evenly to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.
07 - Drizzle the matcha chocolate over the peppermint layer in parallel lines or scattered dollops. Gently drag a toothpick or skewer through both layers to create a swirled marbled pattern.
08 - Immediately sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies evenly over the surface while the chocolate remains soft to ensure proper adhesion.
09 - Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes or until the bark is completely firm and set.
10 - Break or cut the chilled bark into 16 pieces. Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature or refrigerate for longer shelf life.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between grassy matcha and cool peppermint feels like a spa day in chocolate form
  • Swirling the two colors together is oddly satisfying and almost impossible to mess up
  • These keep beautifully for weeks, making them perfect for impatient gift givers
02 -
  • White chocolate seizes if even a drop of water gets into the melting bowl, so keep your workspace completely dry
  • Working quickly is essential once the chocolate is divided, or it'll start setting before you can achieve that pretty marble effect
03 -
  • Toast your crushed candies in the oven for three minutes first to bring out their peppermint oils
  • A chopstick makes cleaner, more controlled swirls than a standard toothpick

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