Description
This festive Christmas Candy recipe combines creamy white chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and colorful chewy candies to create a delightful holiday treat that's easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. The candy is gently melted and blended, then chilled to set, providing bite-sized pieces bursting with sweetness and holiday cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 (12 oz) bag white chocolate chips
- 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
- 1 cup red and green gumdrops or chewy candy, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish: Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent the candy from sticking. Set aside.
- Melt the base mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, white chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir with a greased spatula to help ingredients combine evenly.
- Continue melting: Microwave the mixture in additional 30-second increments, stirring well after each session, until the mixture is fully melted, smooth, and fully combined.
- Cool slightly: Allow the melted mixture to cool for about 1 minute at room temperature before proceeding. This prevents the candies from melting too much when added.
- Fold in candies: Gently fold in the chopped red and green gumdrops or chewy candy, dispersing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer and shape: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to press it into a flat, even layer.
- Chill to set: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to allow the candy to firm up completely.
- Slice and serve: Once set, lift the candy out of the dish using the parchment paper. Remove the paper and cut the candy into small, bite-sized pieces for serving.
- Storage: Store the pieces in an airtight container to maintain freshness and softness.
Notes
- Use a greased spatula or buttered spoon for stirring to prevent the melted mixture from sticking.
- Make sure to chop the gumdrops or chewy candy into small pieces to evenly distribute flavor and color.
- If you prefer, substitute the gumdrops with other red and green candies like M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates for different textures.
- Allow the candy to fully set in the fridge for the best slicing and texture.
- Keep the candy stored in a cool place or refrigerator during warm weather to prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
