Introduction

Christmas Gumdrop Nougat is a festive and chewy sweet treat that combines creamy white chocolate with colorful candy dots. Perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting, this easy-to-make nougat brings joyous flavor and bright holiday colors in every bite.

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted sweet cream butter
24 ounces white chocolate chips
20 ounces mini marshmallows
1 cup red dot candy, cut in half
1 cup green dot candy, cut in half

Instructions

Step 1: Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Using a double boiler, melt the butter, white chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows together.
Step 3: Gradually stir the mixture until fully melted and smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
Step 4: Remove from heat and gently mix in the halved red and green dot candies.
Step 5: Pour the nougat mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle a few extra candy dots on top for decoration.
Step 6: Allow it to cool and set at room temperature overnight.
Step 7: Once firm, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces and store in an airtight container.

Tips & Variations

For added texture, fold in chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds before pouring the mixture into the pan.
If you can’t find dot candies, gummy gumdrops or chopped peppermint candies work well as colorful substitutes.
Use wax paper to line the baking dish if you don’t have parchment paper on hand.

Storage

Store the nougat in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Keep it away from heat and humidity to maintain chewiness. If desired, briefly warm pieces in your hands before serving to soften.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this nougat without marshmallows?

Marshmallows help give nougat its soft, chewy texture, so leaving them out will change the consistency. You might try a marshmallow substitute, but the original recipe relies on them for proper texture.

How do I melt chocolate and marshmallows without a double boiler?

You can melt the ingredients gently in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts of 20-30 seconds, stirring in between to prevent burning and promote even melting.

Christmas Gumdrop Nougat Recipe

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This festive Christmas Gumdrop Nougat is a delightful holiday treat combining creamy white chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and colorful red and green gumdrops. Perfect for gifting or snacking, this no-bake recipe delivers a chewy, sweet nougat with a beautiful holiday flair.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 12 hours (including overnight setting)
Yield: Approximately 36 pieces (1 1/2 inch squares) 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Nougat Base

2 tablespoons unsalted sweet cream butter
24 ounces white chocolate chips
20 ounces mini marshmallows

Gumdrop Candy

1 cup red dot candy, cut in half
1 cup green dot candy, cut in half

Instructions

Prepare the Baking Dish: Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the paper comes up the sides for easy removal of the nougat later.
Melt Ingredients: Using a double boiler, gently melt the butter, white chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows together. Stir gradually and continuously until the mixture is completely smooth and fully melted.
Add Gumdrops: Remove the melted mixture from heat and carefully fold in the halved red and green gumdrops to evenly distribute the candy pieces throughout the nougat.
Pour and Garnish: Pour the nougat mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle a few additional gumdrops on the top for a festive appearance.
Cool and Set: Allow the nougat to cool to room temperature and let it sit overnight to fully set and firm up.
Slice and Store: Once set, lift the nougat out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut it into 1 1/2 inch pieces. Store the nougat in an air-tight container to keep it fresh.

Notes

Use a gentle heat on the double boiler to prevent scorching the chocolate and marshmallows.
Ensure gumdrops are cut into halves for better texture distribution.
Storing in an airtight container will help maintain freshness and chewiness.
This recipe requires no baking and relies on melting and setting.
Overnight setting is essential for the nougat to properly firm up.

Keywords: Christmas nougat, gumdrop nougat, holiday candy, white chocolate nougat, festive sweets, no-bake candy