Pin It Festive, fun, and delightfully sweet, these no-bake Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds are a whimsical holiday treat perfect for kids parties or edible gifts.
Kids can help with assembly (adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate)
Ingredients
- Candy Base: 16 mini candy canes 8 mini chocolate bars (e.g., Kit Kat, Milky Way, or similar)
- Decorations: 16 small candy eyes 8 mini pretzels (twisted shape, for antlers) 8 red chocolate candies (such as M&Ms, for Rudolphs nose) 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for glue)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a tray with parchment paper for assembly.
- Step 2:
- Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Arrange two mini candy canes parallel to each other, curved sides facing outward, to form the sleds runners.
- Step 4:
- Place a mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners, adhering with melted white chocolate. Hold for a few seconds until set.
- Step 5:
- While the sled base sets, dip the bottom of two mini pretzels in melted chocolate and attach to the top of the chocolate bar as antlers.
- Step 6:
- Attach two candy eyes and a red chocolate candy (nose) to the front of the bar using melted chocolate to form Rudolphs face.
- Step 7:
- Allow the sleds to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the chocolate hardens.
- Step 8:
- Carefully transfer finished sleds to a serving platter or gift bags.
Pin It Kids can help with assembly (adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate)
Required Tools
Microwave-safe bowl Parchment paper Small spatula or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains milk, wheat, soy, and may contain nuts depending on candy selection. Check all packaging for potential allergens if serving to those with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 Total Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 29 g Protein: 2 g
Pin It These Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds make perfect festive treats that are simple and fun to create.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the candy cane sleds?
Line a tray with parchment paper, arrange candy canes in parallel, adhere a mini chocolate bar across them with melted white chocolate, then add pretzel antlers and candy decorations while the chocolate sets.
- → Can I use different chocolates for these sleds?
Yes, substituting dark chocolate bars or other favorites works well and can enhance the flavor profile.
- → What is the purpose of the melted white chocolate?
The melted white chocolate acts as a glue to hold the candy cane runners, chocolate bar base, and decorations firmly together.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
These sleds contain milk, wheat, and soy, and may have nuts depending on the candies selected. Check packaging if allergies are a concern.
- → How long do these treats last?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated briefly, the sleds stay fresh for several days.