Peppermint Chocolate Barks

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Pour the crushed candy pieces into the heart-shaped silicon or chocolate tray and set it aside.

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Mix both the chocolate compounds in a microwave-safe bowl.

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Heat in the microwave for 1 minute and then stir it once and heat it for another 30 seconds till the chocolate is melted and very smooth.

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Remove the chocolate from the microwave and spoon into the heart-shaped tray filling each cavity completely.

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If necessary, push the pieces of candy cane down into the melted chocolate.

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Using a chopstick or other straight edge, scrape the excess chocolate from the tray making sure that the chocolate is flush with the edge of the tray.

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Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature (approximately 30–45 minutes) or place in the refrigerator if you want it to set up more quickly.

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Gently press the peppermint hearts out of the tray for serving