Holiday Shortbread Cookie Bark

Looking for a festive holiday treat that’s both quick to make and totally irresistible? This Holiday Shortbread Cookie Bark is the answer! With just a few simple ingredients and no oven time required, it’s the perfect go-to for last-minute gifts or a sweet snack to share. Crushed shortbread cookies and creamy white chocolate create the perfect base, while a sprinkle of crushed candy canes (and optional sprinkles for extra FUN) adds a Christmas-y touch. It’s as fun to make as it is to eat, and you’ll love how easy it is to pull together in under 20 minutes!

Holiday Shortbread Cookie Bark

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• Author: Taryn Camp

Ingredients

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• 1 cup chopped holiday shortbread cookies
• 1 bag Ghirardelli white chocolate melts
• Crushed candy cane pieces
• Optional: holiday sprinkles or sanding sugar

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Instructions

1. Chop the holiday shortbread cookies into small pieces, then place them in a zip-top bag and crush them lightly for a mix of small chunks and crumbs.
2. Melt the Ghirardelli white chocolate melts according to the package instructions until smooth and creamy.
3. Stir the crushed shortbread cookies into the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re evenly coated.
4. Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, smoothing it out into an even layer. Sprinkle crushed candy cane pieces over the top, and add sprinkles or sanding sugar for extra holiday cheer if desired.
5. Let the bark set completely (either at room temperature or in the refrigerator for faster results). Once firm, break it into pieces.
6. For gifting, wrap the bark in holiday-themed cello bags and tie them with festive ribbon. For an extra-special touch, package them in adorable Karentology Gingerbread Boxes for the cutest Christmas presentation.

When it comes to quick and delicious holiday treats, this Holiday Shortbread Cookie Bark takes the cake—or rather, the cookie! With just a handful of ingredients and no baking required, you can whip up a batch in no time—perfect for last-minute gifting or a quick dessert. Crushed shortbread cookies, creamy white chocolate, and a sprinkle of candy cane magic come together for a treat that looks as festive as it tastes. Bonus points if you add sprinkles or sanding sugar…I just had to add the sprinkles 😉

Making this bark couldn’t be simpler. Crush up some holiday shortbread cookies (a great way to use up the tin you’ve already opened), mix them into melted Ghirardelli white chocolate, and spread it all out on a baking sheet. The crushed candy canes on top add that classic peppermint holiday flavor, and the optional sprinkles are basically an invitation to get creative. Once it sets, just break it into pieces, and voilà! You’ve got a treat that looks like you spent hours on it, but really, you were done in under 20 minutes.

For gifting, this bark is a total winner. Pop a few pieces into holiday cello bags, tie them with a pretty ribbon, and you’ve got a sweet gift anyone would love. Want to step up your game? Package the bark in those adorable Karentology Gingerbread Boxes—because they are just too adorable. Hand them out to friends and family, and I assure you, they’ll be a holiday hit!