Fruity Gumdrop Nougat Candy Recipe
This Fruity Gumdrop Nougat Candy combines creamy white chocolate, fluffy marshmallows, and colorful Dots Fruity Candy into a delightful, chewy treat. The nougat base is microwaved for quick preparation, then chilled until set, making it an easy and fun candy to make at home. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a sweet snack, these fruity nougat squares have a vibrant flavor and satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 12 minutes
- Yield: 36 squares (approximately 1½-inch pieces) 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 18 ounces white chocolate chips
- 16 ounces mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups Dots Fruity Candy
Instructions
- Prepare pan: Line a 9 x 13-inch pan with wax or parchment paper. Spray the lined paper with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Add ingredients to the bowl: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the mini marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and unsalted butter.
- First microwave session: Microwave the mixture for 90 seconds, pausing at around 45 seconds to stir well, ensuring even melting.
- Second microwave session: Microwave for an additional 30 seconds, stirring again at the 15-second mark until the mixture becomes fluffy, thick, and creamy.
- Add Dots Candy: Stir in 2 cups of Dots Fruity Candy until evenly combined with the nougat mixture.
- Spread mixture on pan: Quickly transfer the mixture onto the prepared pan. Work quickly because the nougat cools fast and becomes harder to spread.
- Smooth mixture: Using clean hands sprayed with nonstick spray, spread and smooth the nougat mixture evenly across the pan.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pan for at least 6 hours until the nougat is set. Alternatively, freeze for about 2 hours to speed up the setting process.
- Cut: Once set, remove the nougat from the pan by lifting the wax or parchment paper. Place on a cold cutting board, spray a knife with nonstick spray, and cut into 1½-inch squares. Store sticky pieces refrigerated or frozen between sheets of wax or parchment paper.
Notes
- Be sure to work quickly when spreading the nougat as it cools and firms rapidly.
- Using nonstick spray on your hands and knife helps prevent sticking and makes handling easier.
- Store the nougat in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness and prevent melting.
- You can substitute Dots Fruity Candy with other small fruity gummy candies if desired.
- The recipe is nut-free but not suitable for vegan diets due to marshmallows and white chocolate.
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