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Christmas cookies tend to get most of the attention around the holidays, but there are some other sweet treats you do not want to sleep on. For instance, this recipe for Grandma’s Christmas Candy! It’s a chewy nougat candy that is sure to win everyone over with the very first bite. We typically make it with red and green gumdrops for some festive flare, but dried fruits, nuts, or other candies also make for great mix-ins. While homemade candy often gets the reputation of being difficult, this recipe could not be easier. Let’s get into how it’s made…
With just four ingredients and a few minutes of prep, you can whip up a batch of this candy that looks as impressive as it tastes. You’ll start out by combining the white chocolate chips, marshmallows, and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Stirring often, you’ll heat that mixture until it’s fully melted and a smooth and silky texture. At this point, you’ll let the nougat cool for a minute or two (so it doesn’t melt your candy!), then fold in the gumdrops or whatever goodies you’re including. Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined pan and pop it in the fridge to set for about 4 hours.
Once your candy has set, slice it into small pieces (I find bite-sized is best). These little squares are perfect for gifting, adding to a holiday tray, or popping into your mouth while wrapping presents. You can’t go wrong with a nostalgic treat like this one. Give the easy recipe a try this year and I’m sure it will become a regular in your holiday lineup. Happy holidays!
Grandma's Christmas Candy
Yield(s): Serves 24
20m prep time
4h inactive
you're making mealtime meaningful.
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
Preparation
- Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease. Set aside.
- Add butter, white chocolate chips, and marshmallows to a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Stir contents with a greased spatula then continue microwaving in 30 second increments, stirring in between, until mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Allow mixture to cool for about 1 minute then fold in the colored candies.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and use spatula to press into a flat and even layer.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge for a minimum of 4 hours or up to overnight.
- Lift candy out of the dish using the parchment paper. Remove paper and slice into small bite-sized pieces. Store in an airtight container for best results.
Recipe adapted from Aprettylifeinthesuburbs.com