Looking for an easy, festive treat that’s sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face this holiday season? Let me introduce you to Reindeer Chocolate Bark! It’s a playful mix of smooth milk chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and colorful candy, all coming together to create adorable reindeer faces. Best of all, it only takes 45 minutes to make from start to finish—perfect for last-minute holiday parties, gift-giving, or a fun activity with the kids!

How to Make Reindeer Chocolate Bark

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

2 cups milk chocolate chips
12 mini pretzels
12 red M&M’s
Candy eyes
2 tablespoons green M&M’s
1 teaspoon sprinkles (optional)

Step by Step Guide

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This will make sure your chocolate bark comes off easily once it’s set—no sticking or breaking apart before you’re ready!

2. The key to smooth chocolate bark is perfectly melted chocolate. You can melt your milk chocolate chips in a double boiler (a heatproof bowl over simmering water) or use the microwave. If you go the microwave route, heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between each one until it’s nice and smooth.

3. Once your chocolate is melted, pour it onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it out to about ¼ inch thick. It doesn’t have to be perfect—think of it like painting a canvas, but in chocolate form!

4. Now place 12 mini pretzels onto the chocolate to form the antlers. Just below each pretzel, add a red M&M for the nose (hello, Rudolph!). Then, add candy eyes above the nose to bring your reindeer to life. They’re already looking cute, right?

5. Sprinkle the green M&M’s and optional sprinkles across the rest of the chocolate bark to make it extra festive. This step adds a pop of holiday color and makes the bark look like it belongs in a winter wonderland.

6. Now comes the hard part—waiting! Let the chocolate sit at room temperature until it’s completely set. If you’re in a hurry (or just can’t wait to taste), pop the baking sheet into the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.

7. Once the chocolate is firm, break it into pieces with your hands. You’ll have a batch of reindeer bark that’s just as delicious as it is adorable! It’s the perfect treat to share with family and friends, or package it up as a homemade holiday gift.

And there you have it! So, whether you’re looking for a fun holiday snack or a quick homemade gift, this Reindeer Chocolate Bark has got you covered. It’s easy to make, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to spread a little extra holiday cheer! Happy holidays, and enjoy your festive treat!

Ingredients

2 cups milk chocolate chips
12 mini pretzels
12 red M&M’s
Candy eyes
2 tablespoons green M&M’s
1 teaspoon sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This will make sure your chocolate bark comes off easily once it’s set—no sticking or breaking apart before you’re ready!
The key to smooth chocolate bark is perfectly melted chocolate. You can melt your milk chocolate chips in a double boiler (a heatproof bowl over simmering water) or use the microwave. If you go the microwave route, heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between each one until it’s nice and smooth.
Once your chocolate is melted, pour it onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it out to about ¼ inch thick. It doesn’t have to be perfect—think of it like painting a canvas, but in chocolate form!
Now place 12 mini pretzels onto the chocolate to form the antlers. Just below each pretzel, add a red M&M for the nose (hello, Rudolph!). Then, add candy eyes above the nose to bring your reindeer to life. They’re already looking cute, right?
Sprinkle the green M&M’s and optional sprinkles across the rest of the chocolate bark to make it extra festive. This step adds a pop of holiday color and makes the bark look like it belongs in a winter wonderland.
Now comes the hard part—waiting! Let the chocolate sit at room temperature until it’s completely set. If you’re in a hurry (or just can’t wait to taste), pop the baking sheet into the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Once the chocolate is firm, break it into pieces with your hands. You’ll have a batch of reindeer bark that’s just as delicious as it is adorable! It’s the perfect treat to share with family and friends, or package it up as a homemade holiday gift.