Description
Description:
Bright, chewy, and irresistibly nostalgic! This Jelly Nougat Candy recipe is the perfect treat for sharing with family and friends. With the chewy goodness of gumdrops and creamy marshmallows, it’s a delightful candy that’s sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 20 ounces mini marshmallows
- 4 cups white chocolate chips
- 2 cups gumdrops, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Gumdrops:
- Chop the gumdrops into small pieces and set aside.
- Tip: Lightly dust the gumdrops with powdered sugar to prevent them from sticking together.
- Melt the Base Ingredients:
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
- Add the mini marshmallows, stirring constantly until they are completely melted and smooth.
- Gradually stir in the white chocolate chips until they melt and become fully incorporated.
- Add the Gumdrops:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 2 minutes.
- Gently fold in the gumdrop pieces until they are evenly distributed.
- Shape the Candy:
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Pour the nougat mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
- Chill and Cut:
- Place the dish in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours until the nougat is firm.
- Once set, remove the nougat from the dish, peel off the parchment paper, and cut it into small squares or rectangles.
Notes
- To prevent the gumdrops from sticking to each other, dust them with a small amount of powdered sugar.
- This candy can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of gumdrops or add other fun mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (based on 24 servings)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg