Microwave Chocolate Peppermint-pecan Brittle

Total Time: 10 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 36
• 2 lbs chocolate (use a good quality chocolate)
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 30 small candy canes
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Recipe

• 1 line a large jellyroll pan with heavy-duty foil.
• 2 place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
• 3 heat in microwave on medium setting for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
• 4 place the candy canes in a plastic bag or between two pieces of waxed paper.
• 5 using a mallet or rolling pin break the candy canes into chunks, then stir into the melted chocolate along with pecans (if using).
• 6 spread evenly in pan.
• 7 chill until set (about 45 minutes to 1 hour).
• 8 break into pieces by slamming the pan on counter.
• 9 delicious!