The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year. Food preparation is often one of the most time consuming activities during this season; but it does not have to be. Here is a quick and easy dessert recipe that is sure to be a hit.

Total Time: 1 hr

Prep: 5 min

Cook: 10 min

Ingredients

• Crushed candy canes, to yield 1 cup
• 2 pounds white chocolate
• Peppermint flavorings, optional

Directions

Place candy canes in a plastic bag and hammer into 1/4-inch chunks or smaller. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler. Combine candy cane chunks with chocolate (add peppermint flavoring at this point if desired.) Pour mixture onto a cookie sheet layered with parchment or waxed paper and place in the refrigerator for 45 minutes or until firm. Remove from cookie sheet and break into pieces (like peanut brittle.)

Recipe courtesy of Paula Deen