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Reindeer Christmas Bark Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This festive Reindeer Christmas Bark recipe features bite-sized chocolate circles decorated to resemble adorable reindeer faces. Made with melted baking chocolate, pretzels, candy eyes, brown mini M&Ms for ears, and a red M&M nose, this easy no-bake treat is perfect for holiday parties or gifting. Quick to prepare and set in the fridge, it offers a fun and whimsical addition to your Christmas dessert spread.

Ingredients

Scale

Chocolate Base

  • 12 ounces baking chocolate chips or almond bark

Decorations

  • 48 itty bitty pretzels
  • 48 candy eyes
  • 48 brown mini M&Ms (regular M&Ms can be used)
  • 24 red M&Ms
  • Holiday sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt the Chocolate: Break up or chop the baking chocolate and microwave it in 30-second intervals. Stir thoroughly after each interval until the chocolate is fully melted, smooth, and free of lumps, taking care not to burn it.
  2. Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make removing the bark easier once set.
  3. Create Chocolate Circles: Spoon about 1 tablespoon (0.5 oz.) of melted chocolate onto the parchment paper. Use the back of the spoon to swirl the chocolate into approximately 2-inch diameter circles. Ensure they are not too thin so they can hold decorations well.
  4. Add Pretzel Antlers: Place two itty bitty pretzels at the top of each chocolate circle to represent the reindeer’s antlers.
  5. Place Candy Eyes: Position two candy eyes near the center of each chocolate circle to form the reindeer’s eyes.
  6. Attach Brown Mini M&Ms Ears: Stand two brown mini M&Ms upright on either side of the antlers to create the ears.
  7. Add Red M&M Nose: Place a single red M&M right below the eyes to serve as the reindeer’s signature nose.
  8. Decorate with Sprinkles (Optional): Sprinkle holiday-themed sprinkles over the chocolate circles if desired to add extra festive flair.
  9. Chill to Set: Transfer the baking sheets to the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate hardens completely, about 15-20 minutes. Once set, carefully peel off the parchment paper and enjoy your festive treats.

Notes

  • Use almond bark instead of baking chocolate for easier melting and a smoother finish if preferred.
  • Make sure the chocolate circles are thick enough to hold the decorations without breaking.
  • Store the finished bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh and firm.
  • Customize with different colored M&Ms or sprinkles for a personalized holiday look.
  • Enjoy this recipe as a fun activity to do with kids over the holidays.

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