I can’t be the only one who’s mesmerized by those cool food videos on Facebook. You know the ones; they suck you in, and have you wondering how in the world they do that. I recently saw one showing a dessert I’d never seen before: unicorn bark. It’s definitely one of the prettiest things I’ve ever seen, and unlike other things made in these videos, it could not be easier to make.
Lately I’ve been missing my time with my 2 year old. The new baby needs me 100% of the time, and sometimes I don’t get to give her the one on one time she deserves, so I’ve made it a goal to do fun projects with her when it’s just the two of us. As it turns out, telling 2 year old’s they get to make candy and eat it is the way straight to their hearts. Naomi was so excited to try this! And it really is so easy, it’s the perfect activity to do together. There’s really no cooking involved, all you need is a microwave.
How to Make Unicorn Bark
You start by choosing whatever color melting chocolates you want. I love bright colors, so I chose blue, red, pink and white. Then put each color in a separate glass bowl. Microwave each until melted.
You then plop blobs of each color onto a baking sheet. Be a little careful, because the chocolate is hot. I didn’t let Naomi do this part. Note we did not spray anything on the bottom of the pan or use parchment paper.
On Naomi // Dress: Little Bow and Arrow // Bow: LaLaPopShop
Then take a knife (we used a regular butter knife) and swirl the colors around until you have your desired effect. Naomi kept mixing in the same spot, and we came dangerously close to making brown unicorn bark, but I we salvaged it. 😍 Add lots of sprinkles in any color and texture you like. Put the whole thing in the freezer for an hour, then break it up with your hands.
I put mine in individual serving bags to give away. Of course, we kept some… ok, a lot.
Naomi was so proud of what she’d made! It was so much fun working with her to bring this to life. After every step, she’d ask me, “NOW can we eat it?” It was totally adorable. I got to spend some qt with my little one AND I got a delicious treat out of it… win win.
What do you think? Will do be making unicorn bark with your kids?
Oh my goodness Esther! I am going to make this with Marli this weekend. She would have so much fun mixing the colors. Been missing my time with her too so I totally feel ya on that one. Have a great friend, love!
-Linh
So pretty and yummy! What a great treat for the weekend!
That’s the cutest idea! I make peppermint bark every year at Christmas and it could not be easier! This would be such a great springtime gift.
So awesome! such a good idea I should do with my nephews!
No way! This is sooooo cool! I love all those bright, spring colors!
Wow this is awesome! Such a cute idea 🙂 I teach Kindergarten and they would absolutely love trying this out!
Omg this looks so awesome!!!! I really need to make this!!! I love the colors you choose!! =)
this is the cutest! I dont have kids, but can I make it!! Slash, my niece would LOVE this! I’m gonna do this with her the next time they visit!
This looks sooo good!! We will definitely be trying this one!!
She is just the cutest! I definitely want to make this now! Thanks for making it look easier than the videos! 🙂
How fun is this?! We’ll definitely need to give it a try!
ummmm pinning! I’m down for anything and everything unicorn 😉
Looks like she will be a modern artist 🙂 How lovely, don’t get ill!
This looks so fun!! I love the swirly!
Oh how amazing is this recipe?! Thank you for sharing, my kids will love it! And so easy!
OMG!! This would be so fun to make with my toddlers! <3 <3
Oh my gosh, I love this so much!! I love making peppermint bark, but would have never thought to make something similar that was so adorable! can’t wait for an excuse to make this!
How fun for adults and kids alike! I happen to have a Unicorn Pinterest Board, so guess where this baby is headed? 🙂
Thanks for posting! We had this at Easter and it was a huge hit. I love that the kids can help make it too!
I saw that video & thought it looked like fun! Love how your’s turned out; might have to try it myself sometime!
This looks so good!
This is so fun and so pretty! And it even sounds delicious. I love all the colors and cannot wait to make this for a Spring or Summer get-together!
I’ve never attempted this because I thought it looked difficult! My 7 yr old can probably make this start to finish!! Now where do I but the colored chocolate? He’s going to love this!
Amazon! That’s where I got mine 🙂 I believe Michael’s and Hobby Lobby have it too!
That looks deliciously fun!! 🙂
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This is so pretty! What a fun a creative way to get your children involved in making treats, without the big mess! I’ll definitely have to try this out! Thanks for sharing 🙂
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Looks like fun!
I have never heard of melting chocolates. Where could you get them? The bulk store?
Great recipe, it looks so fun!
Got mine on Amazon, but I’ve seen them at Joann’s, Hobby Lobby and Michael’s!
I love how easy this is to make! What’s even better is that you can mix up the colors to fit a certain theme or holiday throughout the year! Great post and thanks for sharing!
This is so pretty!! Almost too pretty to eat, but that wouldn’t stop me!
This is so fun! Need to try ASAP.
XO,
Allie
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This is so ridiculously pretty! My nieces will love making it, can’t wait to try it with them!
Its so pretty!!!! And easy to make! I need this on my next cheat day. 😀
Bark is always fun to make and great for the kids to help. So many colors and sprinkles to add for any holiday or occasion.
This is so fun! I’ll have to do this with my kiddos!
This looks like so much fun, especially for kids! Can’t wait to try it.
How fun! I love making bark.
Wow, this bark is so colorful and gorgeous! I love it and know my kids would have so much fun making and eating it too!
This looks so pretty and I can’t believe how easy it is! So fun! Also, I love the Tasty videos! haha they lure you in every time!
What a fun idea! I love that it could be any color! Can’t wait to try this with my boys!
Oh, this is SO magical! I will have to make this with my 4 1/2 year old daughter soon. 🙂
I am telling my sister about this one – her girls would love making unicorn bark! They are at the right age.
That looks like fun! I love the colors and it looked simple enough I might be able to accomplish it. My kiddos love to cool anything – so I definitely need to try this with them! Thanks for sharing!!
This is such a fun idea! I want to make this for my first graders!
xo Ashley
This is so creative! My daughter is really into baking and then selling them to her friends. LOL! I’ll have to show her this recipe!
Holy WOW!!! So colorful and fun!
How darling! I love the pretty colors!
Oh my goodness, that looks like so much fun-both to make and to eat! 😀
This is such a cute and fun idea!! I’m totally going to make this even though I don’t have kids, haha! 🙂
I have never made bark before. This looks so fun to do and it looks so delicious!
xx,
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