Gummy Bears Candy Canes

A playful, colorful confection featuring chewy gummy bears and crunchy candy canes, perfect for parties or festive gifts.

This treat always brings smiles at our holiday gatherings with its fun mix of textures and colors.

Ingredients

• Candy: 1 cup gummy bears, 1 cup mini candy canes, crushed, 1 cup mini marshmallows
• Chocolate: 200 g (7 oz) white chocolate, chopped
• Toppings (optional): 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

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Step 1:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.

Step 3:

Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 4:

Immediately scatter the gummy bears, crushed candy canes, and mini marshmallows evenly over the melted chocolate.

Step 5:

Add rainbow sprinkles on top if desired.

Step 6:

Gently press the toppings into the chocolate with clean hands or a spatula.

Step 7:

Let the chocolate set at room temperature for 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm.

Step 8:

Break into shards and serve.

Create smooth frozen drinks, slushies, and frappés for desserts and parties using juices, coffee, or wine.

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Create smooth frozen drinks, slushies, and frappés for desserts and parties using juices, coffee, or wine.

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Our family loves gathering around the kitchen to break the chocolate shards and share the sweet fun.

Notes

For a darker flavor, substitute half the white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate. Use fruit-flavored marshmallows for a burst of color. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Required Tools

Baking sheet, parchment paper, heatproof bowl, saucepan or microwave, spatula

Allergen Information

Contains dairy and possible nut traces. Verify ingredients for allergens before preparing.

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Melt chocolate or cheese smoothly for dipping fruits, pretzels, and snacks during desserts and parties.

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Enjoy this colorful treat with friends and family for a delightful festive experience.

Saffron Brook Recipe Q&As

→ How do I melt the white chocolate without burning it?

Use a heatproof bowl over simmering water and stir gently until smooth, or microwave in short bursts, stirring between intervals to avoid burning.

→ Can I substitute the candy canes with other sweets?

Yes, crushed peppermint candies or hardened butterscotch bits make great alternatives with similar texture contrasts.

→ What’s the best way to store this confection?

Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.

→ Is it possible to use dark chocolate instead of white?

Absolutely; substituting half or all of the white chocolate with dark chocolate adds rich depth to the sweetness.

→ How can I make this treat more colorful?

Incorporate rainbow sprinkles or fruit-flavored marshmallows to enhance the visual appeal without altering the flavor too much.

→ Are there any allergen concerns with this confection?

It contains dairy from the white chocolate and may have traces of nuts. Some gummy bears include gelatin and candy canes may have artificial colorings; always check labels carefully.