Halloween Chocolate Bark

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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.

Halloween chocolate bark with leftover Halloween pieces and bloodshot candy eyes.

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.

Ingredients to make Halloween chocolate candy bark, including high-quality chocolate, festive sprinkles, M&Ms, KitKat bars, candy corn, Reese's peanut butter bars and candy eyes.

How to Make Halloween Chocolate Bark

  1. Prep your pan. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Add the toppings. While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle your chopped candy and other toppings evenly over top.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes.
  6. 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.

Halloween candy bark with festive sprinkles, M&Ms, candy corn, Reese's and KitKat bars before being broken into pieces.

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.

Cut Halloween candy bark on parchment paper.
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Halloween Chocolate Bark

This Halloween Chocolate Bark is the easiest way to use up leftover candy! Melt chocolate, sprinkle on your favorite mix-ins (candy, sprinkles, even pretzels), chill and break into pieces. A quick, no-bake treat that’s festive, fun, and perfect for gifting or snacking.
Author: Kelly Senyei
4.75 from 4 votes
Halloween chocolate bark with leftover Halloween pieces and bloodshot candy eyes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 10 servings

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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Nutrition

Calories: 419kcal, Carbohydrates: 61g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Sodium: 151mg, Potassium: 341mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 47g, Vitamin A: 5IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 164mg, Iron: 0.7mg

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  1. Kristin says:

    Can I leave the bark in the refrigerator over night, then cut it, and store in air tight container?

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      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.

  2. Sherrie Lambke says:

    Adorable!!!! Easy and festive! Can’t wait to make again!

    Trick or Treat

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Sherrie!

  3. Lacey says:

    4 stars
    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!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Amazing! I hope everyone enjoys the recipe! :)

  4. Chloe says:

    5 stars
    I’m going to make this for my culinary class lab, this is so awesome and unique!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Enjoy!

  5. Deb says:

    5 stars
    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.

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Awesome! I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Deb!

  6. Shorty says:

    I’m thinking about trying this tomorrow would chocolate almond bark work or is bitter sweet better

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi there! What do you mean by chocolate almond bark? You can melt any variety of chocolate :)

      1. carla surratt says:

        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.

      2. Kelly Senyei says:

        Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Carla!

  7. Jessie says:

    5 stars
    Served this at our Halloween party this past weekend, and everyone commented on how cute it was. Plus, it was delicious!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thank you so much for rating the recipe, Jessie!

  8. Sandy mccloud says:

    Love the ideas.

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thank you so much, Sandy!

  9. Shari Dexter says:

    Such a cute an awesome idea and it could really be done for any holiday. I would love to see your take on a Christmas themed chocolate bark. Thanks for the blog!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thanks so much, Shari! And I love the idea of a Christmas themed bark!

  10. Dina says:

    It looks like a work of art. Very cool!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thanks so much, Dina!

  11. Sandy says:

    So, it’s definitely bittersweet chips I need to use, not semi-sweet??

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Sandy! I prefer bittersweet since the candy toppings themselves are already very sweet. But you can use whatever chocolate you prefer :)

  12. Christy says:

    You can get candy eyes at Walmart right now in the Halloween section.

  13. Amy says:

    Can I freeze it? If so, how long will it stay good for?

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi there, Amy! You could freeze the bark, however you will want to wrap it and store it in an airtight container. When you are ready to enjoy it, remove it from the freezer and place in the refrigerator to thaw. This will help lessen the likelihood of condensation forming, which alters the appearance and texture of the bark. Hope that helps!

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  15. Amanda says:

    Hi,

    I just thought I would send a quick note of thanks. I came across one of your great Halloween crafts and have used it in my Halloween craft ideas round up (with a link to you of course!) on my new blog.

  16. Pat Tiffany says:

    If you click on the eye ball candy in her overview it will take you to Amazon and you can purchase the candy.

  17. Nancy Timmons says:

    What is the name of the eyeball candy?

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Nancy! It doesn’t have a name. Just “candy eyes.” :)

  18. Sidney Caldwell says:

    Halloween bark

  19. Sidney Caldwell says:

    Could you use the chocolate almond bark??

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Sidney – Which recipe are you referring to?

  20. Linda says:

    Your idea is just adorable (in a spooky way)! I saw it on Pinterest, but with no link to the recipe, so I had to track it down. Thank you for sharing your clever idea. Can’t wait to try it!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thanks so much for tracking down the source, Linda :)

  21. Erin says:

    Do you know what you could use in place of parchment paper? I’m thinking maybe wax paper…

    Thanks :) looks really yummy

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Wax paper or a Silpat would work!

  22. Pat says:

    I am curious about the cutting – you got such clean lines – did you heat the knife slightly?

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Pat! I used a very sharp chef’s knife. I wouldn’t recommend heating the knife, as the chocolate will melted instantly. If anything, you can leave the chocolate in the fridge for awhile then slice or break it. Hope that helps!

  23. Geely says:

    A perfect treat for my Senior Center at our Halloween party! They will love it and am certain that the recipe will go home with many. I’ll copy recipe & attach to sm gift bags as a take home treat as well. Thanks so much for this unique & creative idea, have been searching for something fun and delicious to take to party, this is it!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Awesome! Enjoy :)

  24. Ani says:

    I’m going to make it for my birthday.. Can i make it With fruit on instead of cany??

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hello! You could definitely make this bark using dried fruits, but the juice from fresh fruit could cause the chocolate to seize. Hope this helps!

  25. Emilie says:

    I tried these this morning. Very good and easy to do. I did not have eyeballs so I made so from fondant icing. However, it was “difficult” to cut without the candies “going everywhere”. But I’m sure everyone will enjoy this treat :D

    Thanks for the recipe

  26. Samantha Fischer says:

    Where did you find the little eyeball candes? They are so so cute!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thanks Samantha! I purchased them at my local grocery store, but you can also find them on Amazon.

  27. Tali says:

    Looks Beautiful! Does it have to harden in the fridge? I had a bad experience putting some similar candies (chocolate base wit/pomegranate seeds) in the fridge. Chocolate got all wet from condensation. Maybe it’s only because of the pomegranate…

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Tali – Refrigerating it will speed up the hardening process. I’ve never experienced condensation forming with this recipe, so it may have been the juice from the pomegranate seeds in your other recipe.

  28. lexi says:

    Can you use wilton candy melts?

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Lexi – I don’t like the taste of candy melts and prefer chocolate, but feel free to use them if you like the taste!

  29. Laurel says:

    I LOVE this idea. So stinking cute. Is the bittersweet chocolate necessary? I don’t think I have ever used it in a bark but it seems like I would prefer something sweeter. I don’t love semi sweet chips even because they have a slightly bitter taste. But maybe if I used milk chocolate it would just be too sweet? Sorry for my ignorance. :)

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      You can use whatever chocolate you can find, Laurel! I prefer bittersweet since the candy toppings themselves are already very sweet :)

  30. Missy says:

    the recipe as pictured is not gluten free. If you advertise a recipe as such, the picture should reflect the intention of the recipe. Kit kats are not gluten free, and some other candies pictured may not be as well.

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Missy – I have never advertised this recipe as gluten-free.

  31. Amy @ My Name Is Snickerdoodle says:

    This is just too irresistible! Like everyone else, I HAVE to make it. Good thing I have all those things on hand!

  32. Suzanne @ Flour Arrangements says:

    The eyeballs totally make it! We love chocolate bark, but I’ve never thought of adding candy — thanks for sharing this great idea!

  33. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says:

    Oh, the eyeballs, can’t even stand how cute this is!

  34. Cathy Pollak ~ Noble Pig says:

    This is absolutely adorable!!

  35. Caroline says:

    This is the absolute cutest Halloween treat I’ve ever seen! Pinned!

  36. Coco in the Kitchen says:

    This is just
    T
    O
    O
    cute! I love the eyes.

  37. Cheri | Kitchen Simplicity says:

    These are so cute! I love those little eyes peering out, and the colours really pop. Love it!

  38. gretchen | kumquat says:

    i’m a bark lover & this is insanely adorable. the eyeballs make it!

  39. deep n says:

    My niece will surely get excited looking at these attractive candies bark. I will try this recipe very soon.
    Can’t wait to see the expression on her face. She is 4 yr old.
    Thanks a lot for such excellent share.

  40. Belmarra says:

    Lovely and beautiful. This recipe make my Halloween tasty. :)

  41. Angelyn @ Everyday Desserts says:

    chocolate & candy … I can do this!

  42. Jenny @ The Peachy Pair says:

    Love this idea! The eyeballs are awesome!

  43. Ela says:

    Looks fun and so easy to make, love it! Thanks.

  44. Amy says:

    I can’t wait to make this for my Son and his friends. And it’s easy too! I’m as excited to make it as they will be to receive it.

  45. Jaclyn says:

    I seriously love this, I’ve got to make it with my kids!

  46. Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says:

    Too fun!

  47. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says:

    This looks so fun! My kids will love it!

  48. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says:

    A solid bark is a pure necessity after halloween! Yours looks lovely :)