The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread cheer than with a adorable and easy-to-make treat? Chocolate Reindeer Bark is not only visually appealing but also a delicious addition to your festive celebrations, especially for kids! Get ready to have a blast creating these adorable and tasty reindeer-themed chocolate treats.
![Chocolate Bark with reindeer faces.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-13.jpg)
Why I Love This Recipe
- Adroably Festive: Add holiday cheer to your celebrations effortlessly with this Chocolate Reindeer Bark. The whimsical antlers and adorable reindeer faces make for a visually appealing treat that kids (and adults) won’t be able to get enough of!
- Easy No-Bake DIY: This no-bake holiday recipe couldn’t be easier! You don’t have to be a seasoned baker to make this chocolate bark. This recipe consists of simply cutting pretzels, melting chocolate, and adding holiday sprinkles to create a delightful and accessible DIY project.
- Versatile Holiday Treat: Chocolate Reindeer Bark is a sweet and versatile holiday treat, perfect for gifting, sharing at gatherings, or adding joy to a kids lunchbox!
![Chocolate reindeer bark in large sheet before being cut into pieces.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-7.jpg)
How to Make Chocolate Reindeer Bark
The Ingredients
- Dark chocolate chips
- Coconut oil
- Small pretzels
- Holiday sprinkles
- Red candy coated chocolate
- Candy eyes
![Ingredients for Chocolate Reindeer Bark](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark.jpg)
The Instructions
1. Prepare Pretzel Antlers: To make pretzel antlers, cut mini pretzels in half lengthwise. Use a small knife to trim them into antler shapes.
![Whole pretzel with pretzel cut in half below.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-1.jpg)
2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: Combine chocolate and coconut in a bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, and microwave for an additional 30 seconds or until the chocolate is fully melted.
![Chocolate chips and coconut oil in mixing bowl.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-2.jpg)
3. Create Chocolate Sheet: Pour the melted chocolate mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it evenly to form a quarter-inch thick rectangle.
![Melted chocolate on baking sheet.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-3.jpg)
4. Add Festive Touch: Sprinkle holiday sprinkles over the melted chocolate.
![Melted chocolate on baking sheet with sprinkles.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-4.jpg)
5. Make Reindeer Faces:To make the reindeer faces, place a red chocolate candy on the chocolate piece to represent the reindeer’s nose. Position two eyes closely together just above the chocolate piece. Attach the pretzel antlers above the eyes.
![Melted chocolate with sprinkles and reindeer faces.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-5.jpg)
6. Set and Cut: Freeze the chocolate sheet for 15 minutes or overnight. Once set, cut the chocolate into pieces. Refrigerate, freeze, or arrange in gift boxes for a delightful holiday treat.
![Chocolate reindeer bark pieces on baking sheet.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-12.jpg)
Tips For Chocolate Reindeer Bark
- Polished Perfection: Get those clean cuts by giving your Chocolate Reindeer Bark a quick thaw after freezing. It’s the secret to a polished and perfect presentation!
- Velvety Chocolate Bliss: Melt your chocolate in short bursts, stirring between each so that you get velvety smooth chocolate and don’t burn it.
- Whimsical Pretzel Fun: Feel free to go wild with those pretzel antlers! Experiment with shapes to add a touch of whimsy to your Chocolate Reindeer Bark.
- Family-Style Decorating: Turn decorating into a family affair! Let the kids dive in for a personal touch that’s all about fun and shared memories.
- Gift-Worthy Presentation: Before you gift, make sure your bark is firm, and then jazz up the packaging with festive boxes or bags. It’s the perfect gift with a personal touch.
![Hand holding piece of chocolate reindeer bark.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-17.jpg)
More Fun Kid-Friendly Holiday Recipes
- No-Bake Reindeer Bites
- Christmas Tree Brownies
- Sugar Cookie Trees
- Holiday Chocolate Chip Sprinkle Bars
- Chocolate Dipped Matzah with Sprinkles
![Close up on chocolate reindeer bark.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-10.jpg)
Spread the holiday cheer one piece of Chocolate Reindeer Bark at a time! It’s a truly irresistibly tasty and fun addition to your festivities this year! If you love this recipe or have any questions, leave a comment below and don’t forget to tag me on social media if you make these!
Images by Ivan Solis
![Chocolate reindeer bark.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-16.jpg)
![Chocolate reindeer bark.](https://weelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Chocolate-Reindeer-Bark-15.jpg)
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Chocolate Reindeer Bark
Ingredients
- 2 12 ounce bags dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- small pretzels
- holiday sprinkles
- red candy coated chocolate
- candy eyes
Instructions
- To make pretzel antlers, cut mini pretzels in half lengthwise. Use a small knife to trim them into antler shapes, similar to the images above.
- Combine chocolate and coconut in a bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, and microwave for an additional 30 seconds or until the chocolate is fully melted.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it evenly to form a quarter-inch thick rectangle.
- Sprinkle holiday sprinkles over the melted chocolate.
- To make the reindeer faces, place a red chocolate candy on the chocolate piece to represent the reindeer’s nose. Position two eyes closely together just above the chocolate piece. Attach the pretzel antlers above the eyes.
- Freeze the chocolate sheet for 15 minutes or overnight. Once set, cut the chocolate into pieces. Refrigerate, freeze, or arrange in gift boxes for a delightful holiday treat.
Notes
- Polished Perfection: Get those clean cuts by giving your Chocolate Reindeer Bark a quick thaw after freezing. It’s the secret to a polished and perfect presentation!
- Velvety Chocolate Bliss: Melt your chocolate in short bursts, stirring between each so that you get velvety smooth chocolate and don’t burn it.
- Whimsical Pretzel Fun: Feel free to go wild with those pretzel antlers! Experiment with shapes to add a touch of whimsy to your Chocolate Reindeer Bark.
- Family-Style Decorating: Turn decorating into a family affair! Let the kids dive in for a personal touch that’s all about fun and shared memories.
- Gift-Worthy Presentation: Before you gift, make sure your bark is firm, and then jazz up the packaging with festive boxes or bags. It’s the perfect gift with a personal touch.