Peppermint Bark Candy-Make simple Peppermint Bark

Tis the season to make and eat peppermint bark candy! This time of year I go crazy for peppermint, especially peppermint cany that I can make and give out. I always thought making candy from scratch was something was going to be difficult and complex, but not all candies are. This recipe for peppermint bark is so easy and only has 2 ingredients! Plus, it's so pretty and elegant, a great gift to give to anyone. So get ready to make some peppermint bark candy!

Peppermint Bark
1 (12 ounce) package white morsels
24 hard peppermint candies ( I use candy canes-1 box of 12)

Line baking sheet with wax paper.

Microwave morsels in medium, microwave safe bowl on medium-high power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10 to 20 second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Place peppermint candies in heavy duty plastic bag. Crush candies using rolling pin or other heavy object. While holding strainer over melted morsels, pour crushed candy into strainer. Shake to release all small candy pieces; reserve larger candy pieces. Stir morsel peppermint mixture.

Spread mixture to desired thickness on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with reserved candy pieces; press in lightly. Let stand for about 1 hour or until firm. Break into pieces. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Note: For a more gourmet candy, melt dark chocolate morsels and spread on baking sheet first. Let cool just until it's to the point when the chocolates won't mix and then pour and spread the white chocolate-peppermint mixture on top and let cool.