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Team Spirit Candy Bark

This Team Spirit Candy Bark recipe is perfect for game day celebrations. It's a customizable, easy-to-make treat with a satisfying combination of chocolate, pretzels, and team-colored candies that will impress any crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces white chocolate chips good quality
  • 4 ounces milk chocolate chips optional, for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup pretzels, broken into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup team-colored M&Ms or other candies
  • 1/4 cup team-colored sprinkles
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional: pecans, walnuts, or peanuts
  • Sea salt flakes optional, for sprinkling
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or shortening optional, if chocolate seizes
  • Peppermint extract optional
  • Vanilla extract optional
  • Orange extract optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat
  • Microwave-safe bowls or double boiler
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Ziploc bag or piping bag (optional)
  • Saucepan (for double boiler method)
  • Heat-safe bowl (for double boiler method)
  • Knife or hands for breaking the bark

Method
 

  1. If using the microwave method, place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is almost completely melted. Be careful not to overheat!
  3. Continue stirring until the remaining chocolate chips melt and the chocolate is smooth.
  4. If using the milk chocolate for drizzling, repeat steps with the milk chocolate chips in a separate bowl.
  5. If using the double boiler method, fill a saucepan with about an inch of water and bring to a simmer.
  6. Place a heat-safe bowl on top of the saucepan, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water.
  7. Add the white chocolate chips to the bowl and stir constantly until melted and smooth.
  8. If using the milk chocolate for drizzling, repeat steps with the milk chocolate chips in a separate bowl.
  9. Pour the melted white chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  10. Use a spatula to spread the chocolate evenly into a thin layer, about 1/4 inch thick.
  11. If using, drizzle the melted milk chocolate over the white chocolate in a decorative pattern using a spoon or a Ziploc bag with a corner snipped off.
  12. Immediately sprinkle the broken pretzels, team-colored M&Ms, sprinkles, and chopped nuts (if using) evenly over the chocolate.
  13. Gently press the toppings into the chocolate to help them adhere.
  14. If desired, sprinkle with sea salt flakes for a salty-sweet flavor.
  15. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
  16. Once the chocolate is firm, remove it from the refrigerator.
  17. Use your hands or a knife to break the bark into irregular pieces.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality chocolate. Customize the bark with different chocolates, mix-ins like toffee bits, crushed Oreos, mini marshmallows, or dried fruit, and flavorings like peppermint, vanilla, or orange extract. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for longer storage. To prevent chocolate bloom, avoid extreme temperature changes during melting and cooling. If chocolate seizes, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil or shortening and stir vigorously.