Intro
This Christmas Candy recipe is a delightful mix of sweet, crunchy, and chocolatey treats that come together quickly with no baking required. Perfect for holiday parties, gift tins, or a festive dessert table, this candy mix is always a crowd favorite.
⏱ Prep Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: About 20 pieces
🍳 Equipment
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
🥘 Ingredients
- 12 oz white chocolate or vanilla candy melts
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup salted pretzels, broken
- ½ cup roasted peanuts or almonds
- ½ cup red & green M&M’s
- Holiday sprinkles (optional)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chocolate: Use high-quality chocolate or candy melts for smooth texture.
- Pretzels: Add salty crunch to balance sweetness.
- M&M’s: Use holiday colors for a festive look.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Melt chocolate
Melt white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Repeat with semi-sweet chocolate in a separate bowl.
2. Mix
Stir marshmallows, pretzels, nuts, and M&M’s into melted white chocolate.
3. Swirl
Drop spoonfuls of semi-sweet chocolate on top and gently swirl for a marbled effect.
4. Set
Spoon mixture onto parchment-lined baking sheet in clusters.
Add sprinkles if desired.
5. Chill
Refrigerate 30 minutes or until firm.
📊 Nutrition (Approx per piece)
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 3g
- Carbs: 22g
- Fat: 9g