Peppermint Bark

An original Williams-Sonoma recipe, our nostalgic handmade peppermint bark continues a proud tradition of artisanal candymaking. Often copied but never matched in quality or flavor, the confection derives its inimitable taste from custom-blended Guittard premium chocolate and natural oil of peppermint that's triple-distilled to extract the cool, clean flavor of fresh mint. Master candymakers pour melted semisweet chocolate onto a confectioner's table, then add a layer of creamy white chocolate. The bark is finished with a snowfall of crisp handmade peppermint candy bits – an inspired contrast to the rich, velvety smoothness of the world-class chocolate. The confection is presented in a reusable 1-lb. tin. We've paired it with our new pedestal candy dish: Like a miniature cake stand, this container offers a handsome way to showcase confections. Fill the dish with a stack of peppermint bark and place it on a side table or buffet for guests to help themselves. The bowl and lid are mouth-blown glass. Hand-wash. 5 3/4" diam., 8 1/4" high. A Williams-Sonoma exclusive.