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Indulge in the sweet, minty goodness of Peppermint Bark this National Peppermint Bark Day! Treat yourself and your loved ones to some deliciousness!
Get ready to celebrate National Peppermint Bark Day on Dec. 1 with some delicious treats! This holiday has been around since the 1970s and is a great way to bring in the winter season. It's also an exciting time for those who love peppermint bark, as it is made from chocolate and crushed candy canes combined together to create a sweet and minty flavor that will excite your taste buds!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Peppermint Candy</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, peppermint candy, a core ingredient in peppermint bark, was first made commercially available in Europe and America.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Peppermint Candy Canes Gain Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1920s, candy canes, especially peppermint-flavored ones, began appearing on Christmas trees as festive decorations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Gourmet Chocolate Bark</div><div class='timeline-text'>The concept of chocolate bark, thin sheets of chocolate often mixed with other ingredients, gained popularity within the gourmet candy circles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Peppermint Bark</div><div class='timeline-text'>Peppermint bark, a confection incorporating chocolate and peppermint candy canes, gained popularity as a Yuletide delicacy in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark</div><div class='timeline-text'>Upscale retailer Williams Sonoma, introduced its version of Peppermint Bark, further popularizing this confection across America during the holiday season.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Peppermint Bark Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Peppermint Bark Day was observed to honor and celebrate this delicious candy concoction loved by millions.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake a peppermint bark cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a delicious peppermint bark cake that you can show off to all your friends. Use crushed peppermint bark as the topping and fill it with layers of white and chocolate cake for a special treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Craft an edible centerpiece</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create an edible centerpiece with peppermint bark! Place your favorite pieces in a glass bowl or jar and decorate with seasonal decorations like pine cones and red ribbons.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make peppermint bark truffles</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix together melted white chocolate, crushed peppermint bark, cocoa powder, and cream cheese to make irresistible truffles. Roll the truffles in crushed candy canes or sprinkles for extra flavor.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a peppermint bark party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a night of crafting, baking, and snacking on peppermint bark! Have them bring their own ingredients for making crafts or desserts and enjoy each other's company.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share the love</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread cheer by giving away homemade peppermint bark to friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers. Package it up in festive boxes or bags and don't forget to include a card wishing them a happy National Peppermint Bark Day!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making peppermint bark isn't as hard as it looks! All you have to do is melt some chocolate, add crushed candy canes and pour it into a baking dish. Then all you have to do is wait for the mixture to cool before breaking it into pieces - it's that simple!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It makes great gifts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>If you're looking for an easy homemade gift, look no further than peppermint bark. It's a festive treat that packs plenty of flavor in each bite. Plus, it's even more fun when made with extra ingredients like dried cranberries, walnuts or pretzels for an added crunch!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's the perfect holiday treat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing says Christmas quite like peppermint bark. It has all the familiar flavors of the holiday season: sweet candy canes, rich chocolate, and of course, peppermint! Whether you're serving it as a dessert at your holiday party or just snacking on it by the fireplace, this decadent treat is sure to bring some extra cheer and joy to your festivities this winter.</p></div></div>
National Peppermint Bark Day is celebrated on December 1 every year. In 2024 National Peppermint Bark Day will occur on a Sunday.
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