Easy Candy Corn Bark with White Chocolate and Pretzels
This easy candy corn bark combines white chocolate, salty pretzels, and chewy candy corn for a sweet and salty Halloween treat that comes together in under 30 minutes with no baking required.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces white chocolate melting wafers (such as Ghirardelli or CandiQuik)
- 8 to 10 pretzel rods (or mini twists/sticks)
- 1 cup candy corn (regular or autumn blend)
- Optional: flaky sea salt (like Maldon), orange sprinkles, chopped pecans, or dark chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Break pretzel rods into 2- to 3-inch pieces and spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
- Place white chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring well after each interval, until mostly melted (about 2 to 3 minutes total). Stir until smooth and glossy. If too thick, add 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening and stir.
- Pour melted white chocolate over the pretzel pieces, starting in the center. Use a rubber spatula to spread into an even layer, leaving some pretzel pieces exposed.
- While chocolate is still wet, sprinkle candy corn evenly over the top. Gently press candy corn into the chocolate with fingers or the back of a spoon. Add any optional toppings now.
- Refrigerate the baking sheet for 15 to 20 minutes until chocolate is completely firm. (Alternatively, freeze for 8 to 10 minutes.)
- Once set, remove from fridge and break into irregular pieces with your hands. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Notes
Don’t overheat white chocolate—melt at 50% power in short bursts. Use room temperature pretzels to prevent chocolate from seizing. Work quickly once chocolate is melted; you have about 2-3 minutes to add toppings. For cleaner breaks, let bark sit at room temperature for 5 minutes after chilling. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate in warm/humid conditions. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 ounces
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 29
- Protein: 2
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