This Fruity Gumdrop Nougat Candy is a popular marshmallow and white chocolate-based confection that has a sweet, chewy texture. I found this easy recipe in an old cookbook for gumdrop nougat that can be made at home. With only four ingredients and 10 minutes of hands-on time, this is the perfect holiday treat!
CourseDessert, Snack
CuisineAmerican
Servings24 pieces
Calories264cal
Cost$8
Equipment
- 9 x 13 pan
- wax or parchment paper
- microwave-sage large glass bowl
- Microwave
- Rubber Spatula
- measuring cups
- nonstick baking spray
Ingredients
- 18 ounces white chocolate chips
- 16 ounces mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 cups Dots Fruity Candy
Instructions
- Line a 9 x 13 pan with wax or parchment paper. Spray the wax or parchment paper with nonstick spray.
- Add the marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and butter to a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave for 90 seconds. Pause the microwave around the 45-second mark and stir the mixture.
- Microwave for an additional 30 seconds, pausing to stir again at the 15-second mark. The mixture will be fluffy, thick, and creamy.
- Add 2 cups of Dots to the mixture, and mix them in to combine.
- Quickly add the nougat onto the lined pan. You will need to work quickly to spread the mixture because it cools fast. This is the messiest part of this process.
- Once all the mixture is in the pan, I suggest using clean hands sprayed with nonstick spray to spread the mixture and make sure it is smooth.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or until set. To speed up the process, use the freezer and freeze for about 2 hours or until set.
- When it is time to cut the squares, remove the baking paper from the nougat. Place it (while cold) on a cutting board. Spray a knife with nonstick baking spray and cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes. These can get sticky so be sure to store them in the refrigerator (or freezer) between coated wax or parchment paper.
