This easy Reindeer Bark recipe is a festive no-bake Christmas treat made with melted chocolate, mini pretzels for antlers, candy eyeballs, red M&M's for noses, and crushed peppermint. Perfect for holiday parties or a sweet homemade gift!
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set it aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the milk chocolate chips. Melt the chocolate in 30-second increments for 2 minutes, stirring in between each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Meanwhile, cut the mini pretzels into halves, exactly in the middle, using a serrated knife for a smooth cut. Set them aside.
Place the peppermint candy in a Ziploc bag and crush them until they are fine pieces. Set aside.
Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking tray with parchment paper. Spread the chocolate evenly and smoothly to approximately 1/8 inch thickness.
Arrange the pretzel halves like antlers on the chocolate. Place the candy eyeballs below the antlers for the reindeer eyes, and then place the red M&M's for the nose.
Dust the crushed peppermint candy over the chocolate. Place the baking tray in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
Once the chocolate hardens, carefully cut it into pieces using a knife.
Store the chocolate bark in an airtight container and enjoy.
Notes
For best results, store the Reindeer Bark in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate or additional toppings like sprinkles or other candies.