Christmas White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Candy Recipe
This festive Christmas White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Candy combines creamy, sweet white chocolate with tangy dried cranberries and crunchy pecans for a delightful holiday treat that’s easy to make and perfect for gifting or sharing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24-30 candies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 oz white chocolate chips
- 1½ cups dried cranberries
- 1½ cups chopped pecans
- Parchment paper (for lining)
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted, about 5 minutes total.
- Mix the Goodness: Add the dried cranberries and chopped pecans to the melted white chocolate. Stir well to ensure every piece is coated evenly with the creamy chocolate, about 3 minutes.
- Shape the Candies: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto a tray lined with parchment paper. Space them apart so they can form individual candies as they cool and harden, about 5 minutes.
- Set and Serve: Allow the candies to set at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for faster firming. This setting step is about 20 minutes, with 2 minutes active prep. Once firm, peel the candies off the parchment and serve immediately or store for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for the best flavor and smooth melting.
- For extra flair, sprinkle a little sea salt or additional chopped pecans on top before setting.
- Store candies in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated if your environment is warm.
- These candies make excellent homemade holiday gifts wrapped in cellophane bags with ribbons.
- Be careful not to overheat the chocolate in the microwave to avoid burning or seizing.
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