I’ve been making peppermint bark for as long as I can remember, and the other day when I baked a batch of cookies, I started thinking…hmmmm, I wonder how cookies would taste in bark. And that’s how this Chocolate Chunk Cookie Bark came to be, and boy oh boy, is it good!
It also makes a great holiday gift, but don’t give it all away. You’ll want to keep some for yourself too. It’s delicious!
I know I’m an ambassador, but you guys, I ain’t lyin’ when I say that Krusteaz has got the homemade taste thing figured out, so start by baking a batch of their Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookies. They’re in.credible, but don’t get carried away and eat them. Ok, you can have one….
Then you’ll melt some almond bark in the microwave and spread it in a thin layer on waxed paper. I say “thin” because it always looks thinner than it really is, and the cookie bar will be rich, so thick pieces aren’t necessary.
Now crumble those cookies in big chunks and gently press them into the candy. It might seem like there’s an awful lot of cookies, but trust me, you’ll be glad when all is said and done.
Next melt the other half of the almond bark. Pour over cookie chunks and spread with a spoon or spatula to cover them smoothly.
All that’s left is to refrigerate it until firm, and then break it into irregularly shaped pieces.
It’s sooooo good! And it looks really pretty when packaged for a gift.
For complete ingredients and directions, click here.
Happy Holidays!
What treats from your kitchen do you like to give as holiday gifts?
Bella B (xoxoBella) says
My goodness…this looks like a delish treat. I would have to give most away or I would eat too much I am sure.
Kristen Wilson says
I would not have thought to pair bark and cookies, but you nailed it.. that looks yummy!
Andrea B. says
This looks really good. I stumbled over because I used your snowball recipe the other day. 🙂 And figured I’d see what’s cooking at your place this holiday season! Merry Christmas!
Annie {Stowed Stuff} says
This looks so yummy liz! What a great holiday treat! Looks perfect!
Linda Carmical says
Ok. This is a done deal. This weekend. Period. Making some to send to my kids and granddaughter for for Christmas. AND for people in Atlanta!
Pauline Molinari says
This looks SO YUMMY! Thanks for sharing your fun recipe on this week’s Monday Funday Party! XO
Mimi Green says
I have gained 50 lbs trying to make all of these holiday treats. They look so good.
Ashley says
You always have the most creative and yummy recipes! I’ll have to go with a gluten-free cookie recipe, but the bark idea is genius!!
Autumn @Mamachallenge says
Those look so good! My kids would eat all of it if I made some!
Becca says
That’s really cool! I always used to make cookies for everyone at the holidays – but I haven’t for years now. But I helped my family bake on Sunday and now I have so many ideas for next year!
Ickle Pickle says
This looks so delicious – great wrapped up for a Christmas treat gift. Kaz 🙂
vidya sudarsan says
Wow! what an interesting way to convert cooking into almond barks! Love this recipe!
LauraFunk says
This is a twist on the old chocolate bark. I love this and have everything to make it at home!
dawn says
i would totally devour these. they are made with everything i love. #yum
Janeane Davis says
I have never made bark of any kind. I have always wanted to try it. Your recipe seems like a good excuse to go for it.
Rosey says
Those do look so rich and tasty. High five to you on the excellent dessert invention. 🙂
Connie Roberts says
I think I can actually make this. I know I’ll love it!
Tonya C says
This chocolate chip cookie bark looks very tasty, I am going to have to try it this year and see how I like it.
Dawn says
I have eaten candy bark before, but I don’t think I have had cookie bark. This looks so tasty!
Jesica H says
How easy is that!!! I love cookies, and this is such a good recipe and something different to bring to the party!
Keikilani says
Your bark looks so yummy! We are making Chocolate truffles to giveaway this week.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
These look delicious!
We are a chocolate chip loving type family and I will make a note of this!
Janis @MommyBlogExpert says
What a creative way to combine two of my fave sweet treats: chocolate bark and chocolate chip cookies. I’ve bookmarked your recipe and can’t wait to make it for an upcoming party we’re hosting.
SusieQTpies Susan B says
I make a variety of bark every year for the holidays. THANKS for the new idea with cookies. I never thought of doing that. I’ll have to pick up some Krusteaz and give it a try.
Tamara says
I totally pinned this yesterday. I love making barks for the holidays and chocolate chip cookies are my favorite.
Cassandra @ CraveLocal.com says
This looks positively sinful! Perfect for packaging, too! Thanks for sharing, Liz!
maria @ close to home says
Talk about milk and cookies in a whole different level. I am sure this was a flavorful treat.
Tiffany Cruz says
Yup. I could eat the entire container in one sitting if given the chance. Looks delicious.
Donna Ward says
Oh my gosh, Liz! These are wonderful sounding and look so tasty. I love that they are Krusteaz. And, wonderful to have this recipe – I am soooo hungry now!
Lynlee says
Oh my! Those look absolutely delicious! And I just love how easy they are to make… my daughter would love to do this with me!
ashleigh says
I love getting those cookies! What a great way to make them, the idea of a bark sounds so good for the holidays.
Heather lawrence says
I must be living under a rock! I have never had bark before but this looks yummy!!
Christmas is the best time of the year with all the wonderful deserts!
CourtneyLynne says
Omg this bark looks beyond delicious!!! I so need to give it a try. Yum.
Sicorra@NotNowMomsBusy says
Wow….those look amazing! I never would have thought to do that combination, but I bet they are delicious!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
I completely agree! This looks amazing and would make a great holiday gift!
Alissa Apel says
How tasty! I love all the goodies this time of year. They are my biggest downfall though!
Kelly Hutchinson says
I make Christmas bark a lot, but have never made it with cookies. This is genius!
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
I have tried peppermint but never cookie bark, this looks good I need to try this!
Victoria Sconion says
I so want to make some cookie bark! So delicious!
Tammy says
Oh my gosh this looks good. I was needing something easy to serve at a party I am going to and this is what I will be taking. Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca Bryant says
YUM!! Another great way to use Krusteaz. I am looking to create a yummy cheesecake dessert with a recent box of Krusteaz I picked up.
Lynndee says
I am a chocoholic and I have a sweet tooth so those are my kind of treats. I’ve eaten a bark before, but I’ve never tried making them myself yet. Soon! 🙂
Jasmine Watts says
Wow… Mouth watering..nd looks so delicious!! Thanks for a great gift idea!
Ickle Pickle says
This looks so delicious, and a great gift idea. Thank you for sharing. Kaz x
Jennifer H says
Oh that looks really easy to pull off. Thanks for a great dessert idea!
Dogvills says
The cookie bark looks so yummy! I can’t wait to try your recipe. I’m sure my family will love this.
Jessica Harlow says
This is a delicious looking treat. It’d be a great addition to our dessert table during our holiday party. I’ve no doubt it would disappear fast! lol
Jennifer Sikora says
We make bark all the time. I would have never thought to put chunky chocolate chip cookies in it. This looks so delicious!
Helene Cohen Bludman says
Oh my, does this sound delicious. I think I need to try this ASAP!
Ashley @irishred02 says
This looks seriously delicious!! My family would eat it all up for sure!
Eileen Richter says
Whoa…I have coated and dunked many a thing in milk and white chocolate but never cookie chunks. Wow, what a great idea! Much easier than dipping a small cookie or even an edge and coated all around to keep them fresh. Yep. Gonna try this!
victoria says
This is absolutely looks good. I am going to try this on weekends.
rika says
This recipe looks so tasty! I love chocolate bark!
Angela Bethea says
That cookie definitely looks so good! It is making me hungry just by looking at the picture. I can only imagine how good it smells fresh out of the oven.
adriana says
This looks SO good! I definitely want to try this, I looove making all sorts of bark! It’s the best!
Lisa says
Okay, I’m seriously drooling over here! I just used Kruteaz myself, to whip up easy Cookie Mix in a Jar gifts! I want to keep them all because the cookies are so good! lol!
valmg @ From Val's Kitchen says
I bet my hubby would really enjoy that. I usually bake cookies for the delivery people, other than that I don’t gift food.
Jaime Nicole says
That looks so yummy…cookies covered in chocolate – how can you go wrong? I love all the yummy treats this time of year!
Heather says
Ok I totally have to try this! It looks so so good! We did bark this year too, but I absolutely must try this! Bet it will be our new favorite! Thank you!
Mary Madalene says
Any food that has the word Bark in it, is right up my alley. I can just taste those in my mouth right now.
Toughcookiemommy says
This cookie bark looks so good. It is the perfect treat for enjoying while opening up the gifts Christmas morning.
Up Run for Life says
Yummy, two goodies in one dessert. I might have to give it a try.
Elizabeth O. says
Wow! Isn’t that decadent! What a fun way to add a twist to the usual chocolate bark. I would do this with dark chocolate though.
Brandy says
This just looks so delicious! I Must try to make it, or have my teen daughter make it as she is a super awesome baker!
HilLesha says
I actually never had bark before, but it looks and sounds delicious. I may have to give this recipe a try sometime!
Amanda || Growing Up Madison says
You totally got me at chocolate and using triple chocolate chunk is awesome!!
Jade S. says
If I can just grab some right from my computer screen, I would. I am searching for recipes for cookies and treats that I will be making for Christmas, this looks really good and easy. Thank you
Joyful Gifts By Julie says
Oh my goodness! Super sweet and super fun to make too. This looks like a great recipe to make with the kids.
angie says
these look so very tasty the kids love chocolate chip cookies these seem to be a step up
Scarlet says
I want to try this. I love the idea and I would never have thought of it.
Crystal Lopez says
This looks absolutely delicious! I would love to make it for the holidays and it is so different than the traditional barks I have seen or made. Yum!
Shaun McGahey says
I must be late to the bark game but EVERY recipe I see for it looks super yummy and wicked easy! And this is speaking to my pregnant self…must make it!
Pam says
I made peppermint bark the other day. Now I need to make this yummy cookie bark!
Jeanine says
2 of my fave barks! I can’t wait to make both of them. DELICIOUS!
Mama to 5 blessings says
That looks amazing! What a nice recipe used a boxed product, these would make great Christmas gifts!
Jenn Peters says
Krusteaz is a fantastic brand. Love their products. This recipe though? Genius! Looks so good!
Angie Scheie says
I’ve never made homemade bark before, but this looks like a great recipe!
angie says
What a fun and yummy treat. Our family would love it. Must put on our to make list
Carmy says
This looks really yum! I’ll have to give it a try this xmas!
Cassie says
Wow, that’s some decadent chocolate bark… and of course I want some! I showed this to the hubs and he is practically drooling. Looks like we’re headed to the grocery store!
Michelle says
this looks very decadent but very yummy! i love anything with chocolate chip cookies or chocolate chunk cookies in this case
andi says
this looks really good – i wish you could come make me some 😀
MyTeenGuide says
I never had a bark with cookies. I have to try this.
Erica Brooks says
My son would love this. With only four ingredients it looks simple enough to make. I’ll think I’ll give it a try.
Claire says
These look so yummy! What a unique way of making bark and a great gift that would be well received x
Bonnie @wemake7 says
Oh my! I have never even thought of doing something like that before. That looks soo tempting! Yum!
Krystal says
Everything looks so delicious. I’ve made bark with melted chocolate before but never like this, what a fun spin!
Brandy says
This would be a totally fantastic idea to make with the family because they are super big chocolate lovers, I am not a huge lover of chocolate or sweets (prefer my salted cashews) but I would certainly taste test this recipe!
Amy Boyington says
Are you kidding? This recipe may be the one I make for my work Christmas potluck! Delicious!
Rachel Mouton says
Oh my goodness! This looks delicious. I’m going to have try this next weekend 🙂
Jeanine says
Yum. What a great idea! I haven’t ever had chocolate chunk cookie bark before. It looks so good, I’d love to make this!
Nicole Escat says
yummy! I’m sure my kids and hubby would love this.
dawn says
omggg girl. this is right up my alley. i love sweets and this looks amazing.
Mardene Carr says
Girl why are you courting trouble? LOL..you ever try eat one cookie after you bake them and the kitchen is all smelling nice?
You ain’t playing fair
Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy says
Now that looks amazing! I would have never thought to break up chocolate chip cookies into a chocolate bark. Yummy!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
This sounds dangerously good- as in I could probably devour the huge batch I would make lol. I’m going to add this recipe to my list of treats to make this weekend! Love cookie bark!
Anna C. says
That looks delicious! I have to try that!
Thank you for the recipe!
Victoria Sconion says
Oh yum! Now I wanna go make some cookies. Tomorrow is baking day with the kids!
Candy O says
Oh my goodness Dawn another amazing recipe! This is such a fabulous and delicious idea! I have never made bark, but this might be worth it to try!!
Candy O says
I mean Liz!! You also always have fantastic recipes!!
Dawn Lopez says
Oh my goodness, this recipe looks totally delish! I would love to make this for gift baskets. I know it will be a hit!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Wow! I could easily make this at home! I am really not good at baking but I never give up! This recipe is easy, no fuss, no bake and delicious!
Heather Johnson says
This cookie bark sounds absolutely delicious and perfect for the holidays!
Dee Mauser says
I make Chocolate Covered Cherry Cordials every year for Chrismas to give out with cookies and homemade peanut butter fudge. Everyone loves the goodie boxes they get. The cherry cordials take some time but they’re yummy! Can’t wait to try your recipe.
Jenna Wood says
Oh my- cookie bark? This is a fantastic idea. I even have dozens of cookies after all those cookie swaps!
Alli says
Could a Chocolate Chip Cookie get any better? Well, you have definitely proved that they can! This looks delish!!
Kathy says
That looks amazing! I would have never thought to try bark like this. How yummy! I think this will be a great recipe with my girls. We’d have fun making it.
Scarlet says
I never thought of this and never tried it. Sounds like a great idea. I will have to give it a whirl!
lisa says
You have just combined two of the best things. I can’t wait to make this because it sounds so amazing.
Gingermommy says
Cookies and chocolates always make great gifts this time of year I find
Jennifer says
are you kidding me?! I would be in heaven! cookies and even more chocolate? uh yes please! lol. Yeah, this recipe is dangerous
Scott says
At first I thought you were ruining perfectly good cookies. Then I changed my mind – I want!
OurFamilyWorld says
A bark with cookies sounds like a wonderful idea. I have to try this.
Terri Beavers says
Oh law that looks incredible. I can’t wait to make this. I think I’ll have time next week to get in the kitchen and do some baking.
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
This is perfection and quite genius I might add. I will try this for the holidays. Thanks!
ricci says
I’ve never seen bark made with cookies before!! This looks awesome, great recipe!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Same here! That is a pretty clever idea, though. I need to try it.
Crystal says
What a fun recipe. I’ve made candy bark, but nothing like this. I should try this with the kiddos.
Pamela Gurganus says
Oh my! This bark looks so good! You’re very creative and thank you for sharing!
Daphne Turner says
Can you share your Peppermint Bark recipe, or did I miss it? If you’ve been making it for years, it must be a good working recipe. I’ve tried a version before and the results were not good. Thanks!
rika says
The perfect holiday treat! I love white chocolate, this recipe is perfect for me. So little ingredients and easy to follow!
Erica Brooks says
These look delicious! My son would love these. We’ll have to make some for the holiday.
Michelle F says
Oh yum! I love chocolate bark but have never had it with cookies. Great idea!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
Ohhh YUM! This cookie bark looks delicious! What a great treat idea!
Jeanette says
Seriously? I am pretty sure there couldn’t be anything that would taste better! I would have never thought about this mix!
CJ says
This is a new idea for me! I love finding new recipes to try for holiday partied.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I usually make peppermint bark for the holidays, but I think I’ll be throwing this cookie bark into the mix. Yummo!
Michele says
That sounds so unbelievably delicious! I am a cookie monster as most people know by now–I also have a VERY big sweet tooth–this looks like it would satisfy both urges. Share? Well maybe if I made 2 or 3 batches!!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
That sounds phenomenal! I always make a bark recipe on Christmas, so I think this year yours is the one I am going to try!