Salted Peppermint Bark is an elevated version of peppermint bark, a traditional Christmas candy. It's a blend of sweet and salty with a cool refreshing flavor topped with peppermint and sea salt flakes for added crunch.
In a double boiler (or microwave), melt chocolate stirring continuously. This usually takes about five minutes - less in the microwave. Just ensure that it's totally melted and smooth.
Pour melted chocolate onto cookie sheet and spread until smooth. Allow to partially set for a few minutes (at room temperature) while you move on to the next step. (This keeps it from separating.)
In a double boiler (or microwave), melt white chocolate stirring continuously. Add peppermint extract.
Spread onto partially set chocolate.
Add crushed peppermint and sea salt flakes.
Allow to set and cut into pieces.
Notes
You can use sea salt in a salt grinder set to the largest setting to achieve small flakes or use sea salt flakes. Sea salt flakes are more noticeable but both give the same flavor.
Use a food safe peppermint oil so you don't seize the chocolate.
Use your favorite chocolate brand for this recipe.
If you need to crush your peppermint sticks or candy canes, try adding them to a Ziplock baggie and rolling with a rolling pin.
Store in a cool place in an airtight container for several weeks.