Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds (Printable)

Enjoy sweet, no-bake candy cane sleds decorated with chocolate, pretzels, and candy eyes perfect for holiday fun.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Candy Base

01 - 16 mini candy canes
02 - 8 mini chocolate bars (e.g., Kit Kat, Milky Way, or similar)

→ Decorations

03 - 16 small candy eyes
04 - 8 mini twisted pretzels (for antlers)
05 - 8 red chocolate candies (such as M&Ms, for noses)
06 - ½ cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for adhesive)

# Directions:

01 - Line a tray with parchment paper to assemble the candy sleds.
02 - Heat white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Arrange two mini candy canes parallel with curved ends outward to create sled runners.
04 - Place a mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners and secure it using melted white chocolate; hold briefly until set.
05 - Dip the bottom of two mini pretzels into melted chocolate and attach them to the top of the chocolate bar as antlers.
06 - Affix two candy eyes and one red chocolate candy to the front of the chocolate bar using melted white chocolate.
07 - Allow the sleds to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the chocolate hardens completely.
08 - Gently transfer the finished candy sleds to a serving platter or place them into gift bags.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy no-bake preparation perfect for holidays
  • Fun and festive treat kids love
02 -
  • Substitute dark chocolate for a richer flavor or use gluten-free pretzels if needed
  • Kids can help with assembly adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate
03 -
  • Drizzle sleds with colored icing or sprinkle with edible glitter for extra decoration
  • Use good quality chocolate for better taste and texture
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