By Karen Kerr, registered holistic nutritional consultant
Making holiday-themed bark is an easy recipe that can be customized for everyone in the family. It’s also a great playdate activity. After you make the base, each child can decorate their own bark. After a quick chill in the fridge, they can take home the rest. I also like this for hostess and teacher gifts.
Chocolate base for bark
INGREDIENTS
2 cups of dark chocolate chips (you can find vegan versions in local health food stores)
5 tbsp of coconut oil
1/2 cup of coconut milk
INSTRUCTIONS
Melt the chips with the oil in a double boiler or in a glass bowl in the microwave. Slowly combine the milk, then pour onto a lined (with parchment) baking pan. Let each child decorate their corner of the pan and then refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes. Later, you can let the kids smash their bark with the back of a spoon. It’s the best part!
Peanut butter drizzle
INGREDIENTS
1 cup peanut butter
2 tbsp coconut oil
INSTRUCTIONS
Melt together in saucepan
Possible toppings
Crushed peppermint sticks
Chopped marshmallows
Peanut butter drizzle
Nuts
