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5-Ingredient Healthy Peppermint Bark

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This Healthy Peppermint Bark is the answer to true bliss. It’s gluten-free, vegetarian, free of refined sugar and just right for the keto diet!

This healthy peppermint bark is the answer to true bliss. It’s gluten-free, vegetarian, free of refined sugar and just right for the keto diet! this RECIPE

Are you ready to fall in love with a peppermint bark recipe?

Because this is that peppermint bark recipe.

You have to admit, delicious, minty, pieces of chocolatey goodness are hard to resist snacking on. And oh, so popular at holiday time. Or, any time of year when there is a party happening! My kids request it whenever a sweet treat is mentioned. And because it's simple to throw together, I happily make it. Not to mention, it's one of my best-loved indulgences, too.

Making your own healthy peppermint bark is super, super easy.  Let's look at the ingredients for the bark, shall we? Greek yogurt, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract are the ingredients that make up this scrumptious goodie. Yep, that is it! I guarantee this clean-eating, minty delight is going to become your new favorite. Hands down.

Oh - and, if you have kiddos (or pretty much anyone else who lives with you), you will put a smile on their face when you tell them you're making some healthy peppermint bark.

Overhead view of glass bowls holding the ingredients for Healthy Peppermint Bark, including cocoa, pure maple syrup, peppermint extract, Greek yogurt and vanilla extract

Mixing the wet and dry ingredients, including maple syrup and cocoa powder in a glass bowl for Healthy Peppermint Bark

HOW CAN I MAKE HEALTHY PEPPERMINT BARK VEGAN AND NON-DAIRY?

To make this delicious, yet healthy peppermint bark vegan and non-dairy, switch out the Greek yogurt in both the dark chocolate layer and the white layer for a plant-based yogurt. Try a coconut-based product or a soy variety. The taste is still deliciously rich and heavenly, too!

Overhead view of two glass bowls, containing Greek yogurt and cocoa, peppermint extract, and pure maple syrup to make the bottom layer of Healthy Peppermint Bark

WHAT IS THE BEST COCOA POWDER TO BUY?

When buying cocoa powder for any recipe, the best one is unsweetened and all-natural, just like the cocoa I used in this healthy peppermint bark. The darker the better, as the health benefits are proven. Dark chocolate is full of antioxidants. If you are looking to make another recipe with unsweetened cocoa powder, try a heartwarming cup of hot chocolate!

View of chocolate layer of Healthy Peppermint Bark being spread in a parchment paper lined tray

View of the white peppermint layer being spread on top of the dark chocolate layer for Healthy Peppermint Bark

HOW DO I STORE HEALTHY PEPPERMINT BARK?

Keep your supply of healthy peppermint bark in the freezer and take it out just a few minutes before you want to enjoy it. But, I will let you know that a tray of this sweet and minty delicacy disappears very fast! I can pretty well guarantee this exquisite treat will be quickly enjoyed by guests and family, but if you do have some left at the end of the evening, you can store the leftovers for up to 2 months in an airtight container.

Overhead view of completed Healthy Peppermint Bark broken into pieces on the parchment paper lined tray

Close up view of completed Healthy Peppermint Bark broken into pieces on the parchment paper lined tray

IS HEALTHY PEPPERMINT BARK SUITABLE FOR SPECIAL DIETS?

Healthy Peppermint Bark covers all the bases when it comes to being good for you. The ingredients list is pretty simple and there is nothing in there that shouldn't be. Isn't that great? This recipe is a clean-eating delight and is also paleo-friendly. Those of you on keto, vegetarian, and no refined sugar diets are also able to enjoy this scrumptious treat. The fact that it is so easy to make and so well, clean, puts it in the category of my favorite go-to yummy recipes, and I bet the same will go for you!

Stack of completed Healthy Peppermint Bark, showing two distinct layers of white peppermint and dark chocolate ready to eat

MORE HEALTHY CHOCOLATE SWEET TREATS

At holiday time, there can never be too many sweet treats around the house for company and family to nibble on. I have a few favorites that my family insists on for Christmas and football playoffs season (and all year long, to be honest!).

This healthy peppermint bark is the answer to true bliss. It’s gluten-free, vegetarian, free of refined sugar and just right for the keto diet!

Healthy Peppermint Bark

Lacey Baier
This Healthy Peppermint Bark is the answer to true bliss. It’s gluten-free, vegetarian, free of refined sugar and just right for the keto diet!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freeze 4 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 30 pieces
Calories 39 kcal

Equipment

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Ingredients
  

For the Dark Chocolate Layer:

  • 2 cups full fat Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup divided
  • 1 ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon dark cocoa powder

For the White Peppermint Layer:

  • 2 cups full fat Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup divided
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • To make the dark chocolate layer, in a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of greek yogurt, the dark cocoa powder, ½ cup pure maple syrup, and 1 ½ teaspoon peppermint extract. Stir to combine.
  • Spread the chocolate mixture out onto a rimmed baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.
  • Transfer to freezer, and freeze for 30 minutes.
  • To make the white layer, in a medium mixing bowl, combine the remaining 2 cups plain greek yogurt, remaining ¼ cup pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, abd ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
  • Spread the white layer over the frozen chocolate layer, and return the baking sheet to the freezer.
  • Freeze for 3-4 hours, or until solid. Freezing overnight works well, too.
  • When completely frozen, break into bite-size portions using your hands.
  • Store in the freezer in an air-tight container for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 30 piecesCalories: 39 kcalCarbohydrates: 6 gProtein: 3 gFat: 1 gSaturated Fat: 1 gCholesterol: 1 mgSodium: 10 mgPotassium: 56 mgSugar: 6 gCalcium: 38 mgIron: 1 mg
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  1. Sue

    Can I use fat free Greek yogurt? Also can I sub in granulated or brown sugar?

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  2. Samuel

    Lacey,

    How is your peppermint bark to the touch? Mine is sticky and also immediately melts in your hands forcing me to keep it in the freezer. Is there something I am doing wrong?

    - Samuel

    Reply

    • Lacey Baier

      Nope, you did it right. I keep mine in the freezer for that reason - it's the way it is supposed to be 🙂

      Reply

  3. Patricia V

    5 stars
    So easy and pepperminty good! Love it! Will be making yearly. Thanks for this easy and yummy recipe.

    Reply

  4. Hannah

    What size pan do you use? 9x13?

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  5. Dustin

    5 stars
    peppermint is such a good flavor 🙂

    Reply

  6. Aranessa Olson

    Thank you for sharing this gem Lacey! My husband and I made a huge batch to give as gifts to our friends and family this year. It was a lot of fun to make and "test". Even better was how much everyone liked it! We now have a favorite holiday treat to make and share 🙂

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    • Lacey Baier

      Yes! That is so awesome, Aranessa. We LOVE this recipe, too, and I'm so happy you and your family enjoyed it this holiday season. 🙂

      Reply

  7. Diane Schuller

    I've seen these so many times and have had people gift me some but I've never made them. Sheesh, I never knew they were so easy. I'm going to make some tomorrow morning! Thank you.

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    • Lacey Baier

      I know, huh - like crazy easy to do! And so yummy. 🙂

      Reply

  8. lindsey

    After this is made, does it have to stay refrigerated?

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    • Lacey Baier

      I leave it in the fridge to keep it nice and hard. Leaving it out, it will soften but I've actually never tried leaving it out longer than a short time.

      Reply

  9. Debbie @ PinkTexasChick

    I just had some Ghirardelli peppermint bark for the first time and then I made it my mission to make some. I'm going to try your recipe this weekend. Thanks! 🙂

    Reply

    • Lacey Baier

      I hope you enjoyed it, Debbie! That sounds great 🙂

      Reply