Celebrate love with this easy Valentines Bark Recipe. It's perfect for gifting, snacking, or party treats! Whether you’re craving rich chocolate bark, dreamy white chocolate bark, or a mix of both, this festive dessert is quick, customizable, and seriously delicious.
Let’s dive into this Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bark Recipe and we'll show you just how easy it is to whip up your own Valentine’s Day chocolates at home!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Super Quick & Easy Recipe: This Valentine’s chocolate bark takes only 15-20 minutes from start to finish.
No Baking Skills Required: Simple ingredients make this sweet treat accessible and easy to make.
Festive and Fun: This easy valentines recipe is a great gift and a delicious treat that's perfect for movie night.
Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Valentines Bark recipe
Ingredient Notes
Candy Melts: The white and pink candy melts create a beautiful base. Substitutions for the melts include white chocolate chips, almond bark, or semi-sweet chocolate.
M&Ms: Valentine's-themed M&Ms work best. Feel free to add salty snacks like pretzel pieces.
Conversation Hearts and Sprinkles: This traditional Valentine's Day treat adds nostalgia to this easy Valentine’s Day dessert.
How To make Valentines Bark Step-By-Step
Check out these step-by-step instructions with images. Just so you know, you'll find all the details and exact ingredients of this recipe on the printable recipe card below!
Step 1. Prepare Your Workspace
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2. Arrange the Chocolate Layer
Place the white and pink candy melts on the parchment paper and spread them out into a single, even layer. Don't mix them up just yet—you want both colors to stay visible.
Step 3. Melt Chocolate
Carefully place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake for about 5 minutes. Keep a close eye on it; the chocolate should soften and start to melt, but it shouldn't bubble over.
Step 4. Create a Marbled Look
Remove the baking sheet from the oven using oven mitts. With a fork, spatula, or chopstick, gently swirl the melted chocolate to create a marbled effect.
Step 5. Add Fun Treats
Quickly sprinkle the M&Ms, conversation hearts, and Valentine's sprinkles on top while the candy is still soft.
Step 6. Let It Set
Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the bark harden. If you prefer, you can also let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour.
Step 7. Break and Enjoy
Once the Valentine chocolate bark is firm, remove it from the baking sheet by lifting the parchment paper. Break it into pieces with your hands or a knife. Enjoy your Valentine's Day treat!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Prevent Burning: Monitor the melted chocolate closely while it's in the oven to prevent burning.
Speed Matters: Work quickly when adding toppings.
Stay Organized: Keep your workspace organized for the best results.
Try New Flavors: Experiment with different chocolate varieties.
Festive Touch: Use Valentine's-themed candies for a festive look.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Room Temperature: Store for 3-5 days in a sealed container.Freezer: Can be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Additions
Salty pretzels
Oreo cookies
Peanuts
Candy hearts
Your Questions Answered
Yes, you can make it up to 3 days before serving.
Absolutely. Melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals in a microwave-safe bowl or use the double boiler method. For best results, we recommend melting the chocolate slowly to prevent burning.
This is a baked recipe that requires minimal cooking skills.
Aim for ¼ - ½ inch thickness. Be sure to spread melted candy melts evenly for consistent texture.
Clear cellophane bags, Small decorative tins, Mason jars, Gift boxes are some ways you can package this bark as a gift.
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Valentines bark
Ingredients
- 16 ounces candy melts total (8 ounces white and 8 ounces pink)
- ½ cup Valentine's-colored M&Ms
- ½ cup conversation hearts
- 2 tablespoons festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the white and pink candy melts on the parchment paper and spread them out into a single, even layer. Don't mix them up just yet—you want both colors to stay visible.
- Carefully place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake for about 5 minutes. Keep a close eye on it; the chocolate should soften and start to melt, but it shouldn't bubble over.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven using oven mitts. With a fork, spatula, or chopstick, gently swirl the melted chocolate to create a marbled effect.
- Quickly sprinkle the M&Ms, conversation hearts, and Valentine's sprinkles on top while the candy is still soft.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the bark harden. If you prefer, you can also let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Once the Valentine bark is firm, remove it from the baking sheet by lifting the parchment paper. Break it into pieces with your hands or a knife. Enjoy your Valentine's Day treat!
Abi says
Fantanstic recipe! What an amazing treat to make.
Comfort Food and Drinks says
Thank you Abi! It sure was fun to make and oh so decadent!
Eva Filer says
How fun and festive! Bookmarking this one for next Valentine's!