Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark Cups Recipe (Video) (2024)

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What is Ghirardelli peppermint bark made of? ›

SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, NONFAT DRY MILK, MILK FAT, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, SOY LECITHIN, PALM OIL, NATURAL PEPPERMINT FLAVOR, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, VANILLA EXTRACT, FRUIT AND VEGETABLE JUICE (COLOR), NATURAL FLAVOR, CORN STARCH, CURCUMIN (COLOR), RICE SYRUP.

Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Peppermint Squares Bark (1 square) contains 6g total carbs, 6g net carbs, 4.5g fat, 1g protein, and 60 calories.

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from animals.

There are a lot of flavors that people associate with the holidays, but few are as iconic as peppermint. The cooling, refreshing taste pairs perfectly in nearly every wintertime treat: cookies, co*cktails, and even cheesecake. Most of us can agree, however, that peppermint bark is the best minty dessert of all time.

Williams Sonoma introduced its version and popularized it in 1998, though the confection existed as early as 1966 in the United States. Peppermint bark is a variation on chocolate bark, which is thought to be derived from traditional French mendiants, though the true origins of this connection have been lost.

The name "bark" or "candy bark" doesn't exactly explain itself, does it? Barks like this peppermint bark are called that because of the way the chocolate candy breaks into craggy pieces that resemble the layers and borders of tree bark. Also, many barks are made with dark chocolates, so the color is similar, too.

“Eating three servings of peppermint candy a day — or nine pieces — without reducing your intake of other foods would give you a surplus of 180 calories, leading to about a pound of weight gain every three weeks. Over time, this weight gain could become substantial.

Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark Chocolate Squares, Layered Dark Chocolate And White Chocolate Candy. This product has 1 ingredient that may have peanut. Which diet do you follow?

Is Ghirardelli a good brand? ›

Ghirardelli is adored for its high-quality, smooth, and rich chocolates, offering a variety of flavors loved by many. However, some consumers feel it's just a decent grocery store brand and not the best for quality baking chocolate.

The signature recipe for Williams Sonoma's iconic Peppermint Bark combines a custom blend of light and dark Guittard chocolate layered with triple-distilled peppermint oil, to create a seasonal confection that is often replicated, but never matched in quality or flavor to the Williams Sonoma standard.

Homemade peppermint bark will last about 2 weeks in an airtight container on the counter. In the fridge, it will last up to 3 weeks, although the candy cane pieces on top can become a bit sticky. You can even freeze it for up to 2 months. Just wrap it in foil first.

Does peppermint bark go bad? Yes, peppermint bark will go bad if not stored properly and/or consumed within a few weeks. It's very important that you store the peppermint bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

A: Peppermint bark has a shelf life of 1 year.

Like other forms of sheet candy, such as brittle, peppermint bark is generally made by pouring tempered chocolate over the top of crushed hard peppermint. Once the chocolate has cooled, it's then cut up or broken into smaller pieces.

Sugar, Corn Syrup, Titanium Dioxide (for color), FD&C Red 40, Natural Peppermint Oil. Store in a cool dry place. This product is free of top common allergens and manufactured on dedicated equipment.

SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, ACACIA (GUM ARABIC), CORN STARCH, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE (SHELLAC), COCONUT OIL, PEPPERMINT OIL, CARNAUBA WAX, WHITE MINERAL OIL, PARAFFIN OIL, BEESWAX, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, RED 40, RED 3, BLUE 1.