Pin It A playful, colorful confection featuring chewy gummy bears and crunchy candy canes, perfect for parties or festive gifts.
This treat always brings smiles at holiday gatherings and is a favorite among kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Candy: 1 cup gummy bears, 1 cup mini candy canes, crushed, 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Chocolate: 200 g (7 oz) white chocolate, chopped
- Toppings (optional): 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Step 4:
- Immediately scatter the gummy bears, crushed candy canes, and mini marshmallows evenly over the melted chocolate.
- Step 5:
- Add rainbow sprinkles on top if desired.
- Step 6:
- Gently press the toppings into the chocolate with clean hands or a spatula.
- Step 7:
- Let the chocolate set at room temperature for 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm.
- Step 8:
- Break into shards and serve.
Pin It We love sharing these candy scatters during family holiday celebrations; everyone enjoys the bright colors and mix of textures.
Notes
For a darker flavor, substitute half the white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate. Use fruit-flavored marshmallows for a burst of color. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Heatproof bowl, Saucepan or microwave, Spatula
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (white chocolate) and may contain traces of nuts. Some gummy bears contain gelatin (not suitable for vegans). Candy canes may contain artificial colorings. Always verify ingredients for allergens.
Pin It This sweet treat is sure to impress guests with minimal effort and maximum flavor appeal.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I melt the white chocolate without burning?
Use a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
- → Can I use dark chocolate instead of white?
Yes, substituting half or all of the white chocolate with dark or milk chocolate creates a richer flavor.
- → How long should the mixture set before serving?
Let it set at room temperature for about an hour or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm enough to break into pieces.
- → Are there alternatives to mini marshmallows for topping?
Fruit-flavored marshmallows can add bursts of color and complementary taste.
- → How should I store the finished product?
Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.