Repeat the process with the remaining cake layers, spreading the remaining frosting on the top layer. Top with about a quarter of the frosting and spread to the edges. This recipe for classic peppermint bark is layers of white and dark chocolate topped with crushed candy canes. To assemble the cake, place 1 layer, top side up, on a cake stand or serving plate. Add the frosting mix to the bowl and beat on medium-high speed until combined, another 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed until smooth, about 30 seconds. An easy homemade gift idea in just 30 minutes The first time I ever tried Peppermint Bark it was from Williams Sonoma. To make the frosting, place the cream cheese and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the flat beater. Meanwhile, wash and dry the pans, grease and dust them with cocoa powder and repeat to bake the remaining batter. Transfer the pans to wire racks and let cool for 5 minutes, then turn the cakes out onto the racks and let cool completely. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 15 to 17 minutes.
Smooth the top with an offset spatula and tap the pans on the countertop to evenly distribute the batter. Pour a quarter of the batter into each of the prepared pans. Bring the water to a boil and stir the hot water into the cake mix. The candy quickly gained a cult following. Beat on medium speed until combined, about 2 minutes. Execs at Williams-Sonoma were just trying to build up their food-gifts selection when they started selling peppermint bark in 1999. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the flat beater, combine both cake mix packets, the eggs, milk and oil. Grease 2 celebration layer cake pans and dust with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess. Meet the three competitors and see the winning creation. Place the crushed candy canes in a metal sieve and shake gently to remove excess candy cane powder. To celebrate Peppermint Bark turning 20 years old this winter, Williams Sonoma hosted a Peppermint Bark Off Competition with Bake from Scratch. (1 stick) (4 oz./125 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature Homemade version 8.05 A note on quality ingredients: One of the reasons this recipe is as good as the original is because I believe in quality ingredients. Place the candy canes in a resealable bag and smash them with a rolling pin. However, you can also make a two-layer cake using standard 9-inch (23-cm) round cake pans instead, increasing the cooking time to 30 to 35 minutes.Ĭhocolate peppermint layer cake kit (includes 2 cake mix packets, 1 frosting mix packet and crushed peppermint candy bits)Ĩ Tbs. The result is a dramatic four-layer cake that will wow your guests. Let the chocolate bark pretzels set at room temperature for two hours or in the refrigerator for one hour.For this festive dessert that’s a natural for the Christmas dinner table, we’ve used celebration layer cake pans, which create pretty scalloped cakes that are about half the thickness of standard cake layers. Pour into 2 mugs and top with whipped cream, peppermint bark pieces, cacao powder, and flake salt. Heat, whisking occasionally, until thoroughly combined. Place the candy canes in a resealable bag and smash them with a rolling pin. While piping the circles, microwave the white chocolate chips as you did the dark chocolate chips, and transfer the chocolate into a disposable decorating bag. Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the whole milk, peppermint bark, and salt. Pipe 1 1/2-inch circles of chocolate on the prepared baking tray. Scrape the chocolate into a disposable decorating bag, twist the top and snip 3/8-inch from the tip. Stir the chips using residual heat to completely melt the chips. Stir and continue to microwave at 15 second intervals until the chips are almost melted. Microwave for 90 seconds at 70 percent power. The wonderful Tieghan Gerard never fails to amaze us, and her Brownie Crinkle Cookies are no exception. While the oven might be filled with holiday cookies, another holiday dessert is the nation’s favorite sweet treat.
Williams Sonoma is ready to celebrate the food holiday. Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. National Peppermint Bark Day, celebrated on December 1, is a reason to enjoy that seasonal treat. With a mallet or hammer, crush the candy and set it aside. Place unwrapped candies in a zip-top bag. Line a baking tray with wax paper and set aside.
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