Looking for a festive treat that's spooky, sweet, and ridiculously easy? This easy Halloween bark recipe is the ultimate no-bake Halloween dessert. All you need is melted chocolate, your favorite candy, and a little creativity to whip up a party-ready snack in under 20 minutes.
I absolutely love Halloween. I don't even know what it is about it, I just find this time of year to be so much fun. I love curling up on a cozy night and watching Hocus Pocus. And I especially love whipping up gluten free Halloween goodies!
Which is why I wanted to share my favorite Halloween chocolate bark here with you all. This is a classic, as far as I'm concerned. And it couldn't be any easier. Kids love helping decorate with candy eyes, candy corn, and sprinkles, and you can customize it with whatever Halloween treats you have on hand.
Whether you're hosting a Halloween party, need a quick classroom snack, or just want something fun to make with the family, this chocolate bark checks all the boxes. So put on a spooky movie, grab your favorite Halloween candy, and let's get right to it. And if you're looking for another festive no-bake treat, try my Halloween snack mix!
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Why You'll Love This Easy Halloween Bark
- Ready in just 15 minutes. This treat comes together so quickly, which makes it ideal for the busy fall season.
- No baking required. If you're looking for a no-bake fall dessert, this is it.
- Kid-friendly and fun to decorate. This is such a fun Halloween themed activity to do with the whole family.
- Perfect for parties, gifting, or snacking. I love making this for so many occasions!
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- White chocolate: this will serve as our base once we melt it up, so I recommend using high-quality chocolate if you can. If you prefer, you can use dark or milk chocolate.
- Halloween candy: anything else your heart desires! I used Halloween M&Ms, candy corn, gluten free chocolate sandwich cookies (these are my favorite but you can also do GF Oreos), and sprinkles. You can use candy eyes, gummy worms, the sky is the limit.
- Optional add-ins: pretzels, mini marshmallows, or potato chips for a salty twist.
How To Make Halloween Bark
Step One: Melt the Chocolate
To make this no-bake Halloween chocolate bark, first melt the white chocolate. Get it nice and smooth, then spread it evenly in a lined baking pan.
Step Two: Decorate
And here comes the fun part! Grab your toppings and sprinkle them all over the melted chocolate. Make sure you are doing this right away, while the chocolate is still melted.
Step Three: Chill & Break
Now just pop the whole thing into the refrigerator to set. It should only take 30 minutes. Once it's fully set, you can cut into squares or irregular shaped pieces.
Tips For Perfect Bark
- Use high-quality chocolate so the bark sets with a good snap.
- Use chopped up chocolate rather than chocolate chips, which can be harder to melt.
- You can use a double broiler but I typically just melt in the microwave. I put the chocolate in for 30 seconds, stir, heat for another 30 seconds, etc. until it's fully melted and smooth.
- Add toppings immediately to ensure that they stick before the chocolate hardens.
- For clean shards, chill fully before cutting.
Halloween Bark Variations
- Ghost Bark: white chocolate swirls on a dark base with candy eyes.
- Monster Bark: green candy melts (instead of chocolate) topped with eyeballs and sprinkles.
- Candy Corn Bark: layered orange, yellow, and white chocolate.
- Sweet & Salty Bark: add pretzels, popcorn, or a drizzle of caramel.
Like I said, you can get creative and throw any candy you like onto this chocolate bark. This recipe is a really great way to use up leftover Halloween candy, so anything goes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Bark can be made up to 2 weeks in advance if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Use high-quality baking chocolate or chocolate bars. Chocolate chips can work, but don't melt as smoothly.
Halloween bark can stay fresh for 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Absolutely! Just wrap pieces tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Yes, it can be! Just use certified gluten-free chocolate and check labels on candy add-ins.
Did you try my easy Halloween bark? Leave me a comment below or tag me on Instagram @justastastyblog and #justastastyblog!
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📖 Recipe
Halloween Bark Recipe (Easy No-Bake Chocolate Treat)
Ingredients
- 18 ounces white chocolate roughly chopped
- 3 cups assorted candy, sprinkles, roughly chopped gluten free Oreos
Instructions
- Line a square baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a double broiler or microwave, melt the white chocolate until completely smooth, stirring as necessary.18 ounces white chocolate
- Pour the melted chocolate into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to smooth the melted chocolate out into a single layer. Sprinkle the assorted candy, sprinkles, and roughly chopped Oreos onto the chocolate.3 cups assorted candy, sprinkles, roughly chopped gluten free Oreos
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until chocolate appears to have set. Remove and cut into pieces.
Notes
- I typically melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stopping to stir between each interval.
- While I prefer white chocolate for this recipe, you can also use dark or milk chocolate.
- You may store the Halloween bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
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