Halloween Chocolate Bark is the easiest way to put leftover Halloween candy to work! This no-bake recipe layers melted chocolate with candy, sprinkles (bonus points for candy eyes!), and salty-sweet mix-ins for a festive treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
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Calling all Halloween candy lovers! If plain candy bars aren’t cutting it for your spooky soiree, now you can up your Halloween game with this quick, easy and ghoulish Halloween Chocolate Bark.
The setup is simple: Bittersweet chocolate is melted and topped with bite size pieces of all your favorite Halloween candies. But perhaps the real highlight of this creepy confection is the beady eyeballs that stare back at you.
And don’t let leftover Halloween candy be your last stop on this treat train. Feel free to sprinkle the chocolate with chopped nuts, salty potato chips, festive sprinkles or pretzels for added crunch. Scary never tasted so sweet.
- Prep your pan. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate. Place the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl. Heat until melted, stirring often, until smooth. If microwaving, heat in 30-second bursts to avoid scorching.
- Spread it out. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared pan. Use an offset spatula (or the back of a spoon, a rubber spatula or even a butter knife) to spread into an even layer, about 1/4-inch thick.
- Add the toppings. While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle your chopped candy and other toppings evenly over top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Break and serve. Once the chocolate bark has fully hardened, lift it off the parchment and place it on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut the bark into irregular pieces.
Best Chocolate for Chocolate Bark
You can make chocolate bark with dark, milk or white chocolate; it all comes down to your taste preferences. I usually reach for bittersweet chocolate (60–70%) because it balances the sweetness of the candy.
For the smoothest texture and best flavor, use high-quality chocolate bars or chocolate wafers. Chocolate chips will work in a pinch, but since they contain stabilizers to hold their shape, they don’t always melt as smoothly. If you want bark that looks glossy and breaks cleanly, a quality chocolate makes all the difference.
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
Chocolate bark keeps really well, which makes it a perfect make-ahead treat or edible gift. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot for up to 2 weeks. Just be sure to keep it away from direct sunlight or a warm kitchen, since chocolate can bloom (develop a white film). If your kitchen tends to run warm, pop the bark in the fridge in a sealed container, though it may lose a little shine from condensation once it comes back to room temp.
Can you freeze chocolate bark?
Yes! Chocolate bark freezes beautifully. Arrange the pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer them to a freezer bag or airtight container with parchment between the layers. Freeze for up to 2 months, and when you’re ready to enjoy, thaw in the fridge or at room temp.
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- Or browse all of my Halloween recipes for even more spooky sweets!
Ingredients
- 3 cups bittersweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups assorted candy, cut into bite size pieces
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate onto the parchment paper, and using a spatula, spread it into an even layer about 1/4-inch thick. Sprinkle the chopped candy on top of the chocolate then place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill for 30 to 45 minutes until the chocolate has fully hardened.
- Remove the bark from the refrigerator and carefully slide it onto a cutting board. Cut the bark into irregularly shaped pieces. Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container in a cool place.
Kelly’s Notes
- You can make this chocolate bark with dark, milk or white chocolate; it all comes down to your taste preferences. I usually reach for bittersweet chocolate (60–70%) because it balances the sweetness of the candy.
- To store: Chocolate bark keeps really well, which makes it a perfect make-ahead treat or edible gift. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot for up to 2 weeks. If your kitchen tends to run warm, pop the bark in the fridge in a sealed container, though it may lose a little shine from condensation once it comes back to room temp.
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Can I leave the bark in the refrigerator over night, then cut it, and store in air tight container?
Hi Kristin! I’d recommend just leaving it at room temp overnight rather than the refrigerator because the chocolate could develop some light condensation on the surface.
Adorable!!!! Easy and festive! Can’t wait to make again!
Trick or Treat
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Sherrie!
I’m planning to make this tomorrow as a Snack Attack library program (pre-recorded video). I’m a Teen Services Librarian, and I do a series where I teach teens how to make easy snacks or meals. I think this is going to be a big hit for Halloween! Thanks for the idea!
Amazing! I hope everyone enjoys the recipe! :)
I’m going to make this for my culinary class lab, this is so awesome and unique!
Enjoy!
Have made this 3 years (not consecutive). It’s always a big hit and I give a lot away to friends & family. I’ve tended not to use peanut butter cups due to allergy concerns but use kit kats, mini m&ms, the (small) wilton eyeballs and candy corn.
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Deb!
I’m thinking about trying this tomorrow would chocolate almond bark work or is bitter sweet better
Hi there! What do you mean by chocolate almond bark? You can melt any variety of chocolate :)
I use almond bark, found everywhere, I use walmart great value brand anytime I’m dipping pretzels or any chocolate treat. Melts and coats perfectly. Just so smooth. Their white chocolate, technically vanilla almond bark is amazing. Look for this in the baking section near the chocolate chips. Large block that reminds me of an ice cube tray made of chocolate. Just break off what you need.
Great recipe, thanks. I used kit kat minis, reeses minis, halloween sprinkles and reeses pieces. Oh yeah and the candy eyes. Possibilities are endless. Think of all the variations for each holiday.
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Carla!
Served this at our Halloween party this past weekend, and everyone commented on how cute it was. Plus, it was delicious!
Thank you so much for rating the recipe, Jessie!
Love the ideas.
Thank you so much, Sandy!