Loaded with mini marshmallows, creamy white chocolate, and brightly colored gumdrops, these bars are nostalgic, fun, and incredibly easy to make—no baking required!
Why You’ll Love These Nougat Bars
Only four ingredients
No-bake recipe – perfect for busy days or summer treats
Festive and colorful – ideal for Christmas, birthdays, or candy platters
Chewy, sweet, and full of texture
Kid-friendly and great for gifting
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
2 packages miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 packages white chocolate chips
1 ½ cups red and green gumdrops (or your favorite colors)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Marshmallow Mixture
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the miniature marshmallows with the melted butter.
Microwave on high for 1–2 minutes, until the marshmallows are soft and puffy.
Stir until smooth and fully combined.
2. Melt the White Chocolate
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
Continue until the chocolate is completely smooth and creamy.
3. Combine Marshmallow & White Chocolate
Pour the melted white chocolate over the marshmallow mixture.
Stir thoroughly until everything is evenly incorporated. The mixture will be thick and sticky—that’s perfect!
4. Fold in the Gumdrops
Gently add the gumdrops and stir to distribute them evenly throughout the nougat.
5. Shape the Bars
Line a baking dish or tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil, making sure to leave some overhang for easy removal later.
Transfer the nougat mixture to the prepared dish and press it into an even layer using a spatula or your hands (lightly greased if needed).
6. Chill and Set
Place the dish in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours, or until the nougat is firm and set.
7. Slice and Serve
Once fully chilled, lift the nougat out of the dish using the parchment or foil overhang.
Place it on a cutting board and slice into bars or squares using a sharp knife.
8. Enjoy!
Arrange the bars on a platter or store in an airtight container until ready to serve. These treats stay fresh for days and are perfect for sharing, gifting, or sneaking one every time you walk by.
Customize Your Colors
While the classic red and green gumdrops make these perfect for Christmas, you can easily swap in other colors for different occasions:
Red, pink, and white for Valentine’s Day
Orange and black for Halloween
Rainbow mix for birthdays or parties
Pastels for spring or Easter
Tips for Success
Cut gumdrops in half if they’re large, for more even distribution.
Use parchment, not wax paper, for easier removal.
If your nougat gets too sticky, lightly grease your hands before pressing it into the pan.
For extra flavor, try flavored white chocolate chips or add a touch of vanilla extract.