Pin This A festive, minty-sweet treat featuring layers of rich chocolate and creamy white chocolate, topped with crunchy peppermint candy, shaped into charming snowflakes perfect for holiday gifting or parties.
This recipe brings back memories of cozy winter nights spent creating sweet treats with family and friends to celebrate the season.
Ingredients
- Chocolate Layers: 200 g (7 oz) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chopped, 200 g (7 oz) high-quality white chocolate chopped
- Peppermint Topping: 6 peppermint candy canes or hard peppermint candies crushed (about 1/2 cup)
- Optional: 1/2 tsp peppermint extract (for extra minty flavor)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or prepare 12 silicone snowflake molds.
- Step 2:
- Melt the semi-sweet or dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth (Alternatively, use a double boiler).
- Step 3:
- If using, stir in 1/4 tsp peppermint extract to the melted dark chocolate.
- Step 4:
- Pour the melted chocolate into the molds or spread evenly in a 1/4-inch thick layer on the prepared baking sheet Tap gently to level.
- Step 5:
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or until set.
- Step 6:
- Melt the white chocolate in a clean bowl using the same method Stir in 1/4 tsp peppermint extract if desired.
- Step 7:
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the set dark chocolate layer, spreading evenly with an offset spatula.
- Step 8:
- Immediately sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over the white chocolate, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Step 9:
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until fully set.
- Step 10:
- Remove from molds or break into snowflake pieces Store in an airtight container in a cool place.
Pin This My family loves gathering around to dip candy canes and add peppermint crush to the final layer making every holiday moment sweeter.
Notes
For a decorative touch, drizzle with extra melted chocolate before chilling. Pair with hot cocoa or peppermint tea for a festive treat.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, microwave or double boiler, silicone snowflake molds or baking sheet with parchment, small offset spatula, spoon or spatula.
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (in chocolate), Soy (in some chocolates). May contain traces of nuts check chocolate labels. Always verify candy and chocolate labels for allergens.
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Recipe Q&A
- → What types of chocolate work best for this dessert?
High-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate provide the best texture and flavor balance.
- → Can I add extra peppermint flavor?
Yes, adding peppermint extract to the melted chocolates intensifies the minty notes without overpowering the treat.
- → How should I store these snowflakes?
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool place to maintain freshness and prevent melting or sticky surfaces.
- → Are silicone molds necessary for shaping?
Silicone snowflake molds help create uniform shapes, but you can also spread the mixture on a baking sheet and break into shards.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Yes, using gluten-free chocolate and peppermint candies ensures it suits gluten-free diets.
- → What is the chilling time required?
Refrigerate each chocolate layer for about 15 minutes until fully set before adding the next layer.