Pin It A playful, colorful confection featuring chewy gummy bears and crunchy candy canes, perfect for parties or festive gifts.
I love making these sweet treats for holiday parties because they bring so much joy and color to the table.
Ingredients
- Candy: 1 cup gummy bears, 1 cup mini candy canes, crushed, 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Chocolate: 200 g (7 oz) white chocolate, chopped
- Toppings (optional): 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Step 4:
- Immediately scatter the gummy bears, crushed candy canes, and mini marshmallows evenly over the melted chocolate.
- Step 5:
- Add rainbow sprinkles on top if desired.
- Step 6:
- Gently press the toppings into the chocolate with clean hands or a spatula.
- Step 7:
- Let the chocolate set at room temperature for 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm.
- Step 8:
- Break into shards and serve.
Pin It This recipe always brings back fond memories of making festive treats with my family each holiday season.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Heatproof bowl, Saucepan or microwave, Spatula
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and gelatin in some ingredients & always verify labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 215, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 37 g, Protein 1 g per serving.
Pin It Enjoy this simple and delightful candy treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Questions About This Recipe
- → How do I melt the white chocolate properly?
Melt the white chocolate gently over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- → Can I substitute other chocolates for white chocolate?
Yes, half of the white chocolate can be replaced with milk or dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- → What is the best way to crush candy canes evenly?
Place candy canes in a sealed bag and gently crush them with a rolling pin until you get small irregular pieces.
- → How should I store this confection to keep it fresh?
Store the finished product in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to preserve taste and texture.
- → Can I add other toppings for extra texture?
Absolutely! Mini marshmallows and rainbow sprinkles complement this treat well, but feel free to experiment with nuts or dried fruits.