Skip the store-bought chocolates this Valentine's Day and impress your sweetheart with something homemade and extra special: Valentine's Day Oreo Candy Bark!
This easy-to-make treat is bursting with the rich flavor of chocolate and creamy Oreo goodness, and it can be customized with all your favorite Valentine's Day toppings.
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Why You'll Want to Make Valentine's Day Oreo Candy Bark
- Perfect for Valentine's Day: With its festive pink and red colors and adorable Valentine's toppings, this candy bark is the ideal way to show your love on February 14th.
- Quick and Easy to Make: No need to be a master baker to whip up this delicious treat. The recipe is simple to follow and requires just a handful of ingredients.
- Budget-Friendly: Compared to store-bought chocolates or fancy desserts, candy bark is surprisingly affordable. You can use pantry staples and find decorations on sale, making it a budget-conscious way to celebrate Valentine's Day.
- Great for Gifting: This candy bark makes a delightful homemade gift for your Valentine, friends, or family members. Package it up in a pretty box or cellophane bag for an extra special touch.
Ingredients - Here's What You'll Need
- White Almond Bark: It melts beautifully and evenly, making it incredibly easy to work with. You can melt it in a microwave or double boiler, and it sets quickly, saving you precious time in the kitchen.
- Red filled Oreo's: I had a package leftover from Christmas, so I thought I'd put them to use for Valentine's Day. However, you can use regular double stuffed Oreo's since you're not likely to find them in stores at this time of year.
- Candy Melts: Use red, bright pink, and light pink for a rainbow of Valentine's Day colors.
- Valentine's Day Candy and Sprinkles: I used Plain M&M's and Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts.
Steps to Make Valentine's Day Oreo Candy Bark
- Line the bottom and sides of a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper, using oven-proof clips to secure it to the sides.
- Place half of the almond bark in a microwave proof bowl and heat according to the package directions, until it's smooth and creamy.
- Pour the melted almond bark into the prepared pan and smooth it out into an even layer.
- Place the Oreo's in a single layer on top of the melted almond bark, pressing them slightly into the almond bark.
- Place the rest of the white almond bark in the same bowl you melted the first half in, and melt it according to package directions, until it's smooth and creamy. Then pour it over the Oreo's and carefully spread it out so that it's covering all of the Oreo's.
- Place the color candy melts into bowls and microwave each one for 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring after each heating, until the candy melts are smooth and creamy. It took me a total of three and a half minutes for each.
- Using a spoon, drop globs of melted red candy on top of the white.
- Next, using a spoon drop globs of melted bright pink.
- Then, using a spoon drop globs of melted light pink.
- Using a thin wooden skewer, gently swirl all the melted candy together. If the white has hardened, and you are unable to swirl, pop the pan in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes.
- Unwrap the Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts and place them in alternating directions in between where four Oreo's meet, pressing them down slightly into the melted candy.
- Place some Valentine's Day M&M's scattered around the top.
- Then finish the bark off with some Valentine's Day sprinkles. Remove the clips from the pan and place the pan in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. After 30 minutes have passed, remove the pan from the refrigerator. Then allow the pan to sit out for a few hours to make sure the candy has completely hardened.
- To cut it into pieces, lift the parchment out of the pan and place it on a cutting board. Then using a large kitchen knife cut the bark into pieces.
Valentine's Day Oreo Candy Bark is more than just a treat - it's a way to show your loved ones you care. It's a celebration of love, creativity, and deliciousness, all in one bite. So, grab your ingredients, embrace your inner chocolatier, and whip up a batch of this Valentine's Day magic. You won't be disappointed!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure! While white almond bark offers a smooth, slightly sweet, and slightly nutty flavor, feel free to experiment with melted milk, dark, or even semi-sweet chocolate. Each will bring its own unique taste and texture to the party.
Absolutely not! Classic Oreos work beautifully, providing a familiar and comforting base for your bark. But if you're feeling adventurous, try using double-stuffed Oreos for an extra dose of creaminess, or explore other flavors like mint or peanut butter for a unexpected twist.
The world is your oyster! Get creative with sprinkles in all shapes and sizes, heart-shaped candies, crushed nuts, dried fruit, mini marshmallows, or even drizzle with contrasting chocolate colors.
Keep your bark fresh and delicious by storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Just let it come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Get creative: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of chocolate! Try using flavored chocolate chips, like mint or peanut butter, for a unique twist.
- Think outside the box: Other cookie options like mint Oreos, peanut butter Oreos, or even chocolate chip cookies can add unexpected flavors and textures.
- Nuts and dried fruit: For a touch of texture and complexity, try adding chopped nuts like almonds or pistachios, or dried fruit like cranberries or cherries.
- Package with love: Wrap your bark in cellophane bags, tie them with ribbons, or decorate them with heart-shaped stickers for a special touch.
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Valentine's Day Oreo Candy Bark
Ingredients
- 24 Double Stuff Oreo's (red filled if you can find them)
- 24 oz White Almond Bark
- 4 oz Red Candy Melts
- 4 oz Bright Pink Candy Melts
- 4 oz Light Pink Candy Melts
- 15 Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts, unwrapped
- Valentine's Day M&M's
- Valentine's Day Sprinkles
Instructions
- Line the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, using oven-proof clips to secure it to the sides.
- Place half of the almond bark in a microwave proof bowl and heat according to the package directions, until it's smooth and creamy.
- Pour the melted almond bark into the prepared pan and smooth it out into an even layer.
- Place the Oreo's in single layers on top of the melted almond bark, pressing them into it slightly.
- Place the rest of the white almond bark in the same bowl you melted the first half in, and melt it according to package directions, until it's smooth and creamy. Then pour it over the Oreo's and carefully spread it out so that it's covering all of the Oreo's.
- Place the color candy melts into bowls and microwave each one for 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring after each heating, until the candy melts are smooth and creamy. It took me a total of three and a half minutes for each.
- Using a spoon, drop globs of melted red candy on top of the white.
- Next, using a spoon drop globs of melted bright pink.
- Then, using a spoon drop globs of melted light pink.
- Using a thin wooden skewer, gently swirl all the melted candy together. If the white has hardened and you are unable to swirl, pop the pan in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes.
- Unwrap the Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts and place them in alternating directions in between where four Oreo's meet, pressing them down slightly into the melted candy.
- Place some Valentine's Day M&M's scattered around the top.
- Then finish the bark off with some Valentine's Day sprinkles. Remove the clips from the pan and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. After 30 minutes have passed, remove the pan from the refrigerator. Then allow it to harden completely for a few hours before cutting into pieces.
- To cut it into pieces, lift the parchment out of the pan and place it on a cutting board. Then using a large kitchen knife cut the bark into pieces.
- Yield 24 pieces
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