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Easy Christmas Nougat Candy

Christmas nougat candy is a no-bake treat made with melted white chocolate, marshmallows, and colorful gumdrops. Refrigerate the smooth mixture until firm, then cut it into 36 festive pieces.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Chilling 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 14 minutes
Servings: 36 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 105
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 package (12 oz) white chocolate chips
  • 1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cup gumdrops red and green, cut into small pieces

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch square pan

Method
 

  1. Line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  2. Combine the butter and white chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the mini marshmallows.
  5. Microwave at 50% power in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract and gumdrops until evenly distributed.
  7. Spread the mixture in the prepared pan.
  8. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  9. Lift the candy from the pan using the parchment and cut into 36 pieces.

Notes

For clean cuts, use the parchment overhang to lift the candy out once it is firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days; freeze for up to 2 months. For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free white chocolate chips and a dairy-free butter alternative.