The beloved seasonal favorite is available now, delivering a delicious taste of the holidays in every Square

SAN LEANDRO, Calif., Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is bringing a sweet dose of holiday cheer back to shelves with the return of its beloved Peppermint Bark, inviting everyone to taste the holidays in every Square. For many, the first bite of this seasonal favorite marks the unofficial start of the festivities, making it a tradition worth waiting for all year.

Combining layers of premium chocolate with festive peppermint, each Square delivers the signature quality and chocolate making expertise Ghirardelli has been known for since 1852, making the season a bite better.

As the holiday season gets underway, Ghirardelli is giving families, friends, and holiday hosts even more reason to celebrate with a collection designed for all the moments that make this time of year special. From holiday entertaining and seasonal baking to thoughtful gifts and everyday indulgences, the return of Peppermint Bark brings a little extra joy to every occasion.

This year's lineup includes:

• Peppermint Bark SQUARES®: A holiday favorite featuring layers of rich, slow-melting chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavor, individually wrapped for gifting, sharing and seasonal celebrations. Available in a 4.6oz oz. bag for a suggested retail price of $7.99.

• Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark SQUARES®: A twist on the beloved classic, combining rich, slow-melting dark chocolate with refreshing peppermint flavor for a del balance of flavors. Available in a 4.5 oz. bag for a suggested retail price of $7.99.

• Peppermint Bark Assorted SQUARES® and Snowmen: A holiday assortment of Ghirardelli's beloved Peppermint Bark SQUARES®, Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark SQUARES® and Peppermint Bark Snowmen, featuring rich chocolate layers and refreshing peppermint flavor. Available in a 10.4 oz. bag for a suggested retail price of $16.79.

• NEW! Peppermint Bark Sweater Gift: A festive gift box inspired by the classic holiday sweater, filled with approximately 10 Peppermint Bark SQUARES® and Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark SQUARES® and complete with a To/From tag for easy gifting. Available in a 4.2 oz. box for a suggested retail price of $7.99 on Ghirardelli.com.

• NEW! Peppermint Melting Wafers perfect for holiday baking - Ghirardelli Melting Wafers make baking quick and easy - simply Melt, Dip, and Enjoy! Available in a 10oz bag for a suggested retail price of $7.49.

"There's something special about the traditions we look forward to each year, and for so many, Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark has become one of them," said Bobby Oliver, Vice President, Head of Marketing at Ghirardelli Chocolate Company. "Whether sharing with family while sipping hot cocoa, tucked into a stocking or added to a dessert board at Holiday parties, Peppermint Bark brings a little extra joy to every Holiday moment."

The festivities extend to select Ghirardelli retail stores, where guests can enjoy limited-time Peppermint Bark Sundaes and Peppermint Hot Cocoa. For those celebrating at home, Ghirardelli's Peppermint Bark baking lineup offers even more ways to get creative in the kitchen, adding a touch of holiday cheer to homemade creations. Whether enjoying a seasonal treat in store or whipping up something sweet at home, Ghirardelli makes it easy to bring the indulgent taste of the holidays to every celebration.

For holiday gatherings, giftings and households looking to stock up on their favorite seasonal chocolates, Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark is also available in club-size assortments, including a 16.2 oz. Peppermint Bark Collection at Costco and a 16.7 oz. Peppermint Bark Collection at Sam's Club.

Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark is available now at participating retailers nationwide, Ghirardelli retail stores, and online at Ghirardelli.com.

To discover more ways Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark makes the holidays a bite better, follow @Ghirardelli on social media.

About The Ghirardelli Chocolate Company
Ghirardelli is passionate about quality bean-to-bar chocolate and all the ways its fans enjoy it. Founded in San Francisco in 1852, the company takes pride in producing premium chocolate products with the highest-quality ingredients. Ghirardelli is one of the few large-scale U.S. chocolate companies that controls the entire manufacturing process, from cocoa bean sourcing and production to finished product. This approach, combined with Ghirardelli's proprietary bean blend and unique methods of roasting and processing, ensures customers are rewarded with the highest-quality and richest products. Ghirardelli makes life A Bite Better™. For more information, visit Ghirardelli.com.

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