Creamy Pastel Candy Bark Delight
A quick and easy homemade sweet treat featuring a creamy white chocolate base swirled with pastel candy pieces, perfect for celebrations and nostalgic indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) white chocolate chips
- 14 oz (396 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (150 g) pastel candy pieces (e.g., pastel M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates)
- 1/2 cup (50 g) mini marshmallows (optional)
- 2 tbsp white nonpareils or pastel sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and softened unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring well between each until smooth and creamy (about 1.5 to 2 minutes).
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until fully combined and glossy.
- Gently fold in pastel candy pieces and mini marshmallows if using, being careful not to crush the candies.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle white nonpareils or pastel sprinkles on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm. Alternatively, freeze for 1 hour but watch closely to prevent cracking.
- Lift the bark out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares or shards with a sharp knife warmed under hot water.
Notes
Microwave chocolate in short bursts and stir often to avoid scorching. Use softened butter for easier spreading. Warm knife under hot water before slicing to prevent cracking. For dairy-free version, substitute coconut condensed milk and vegan white chocolate chips. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate up to 2 weeks, or freeze up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (assuming 16
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
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