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Four Ingredient Nougat Bars – Easy Holiday Treat Recipe

Four Ingredient Nougat Bars

A nostalgic holiday treat made with just four simple ingredients, featuring soft marshmallow nougat, creamy white chocolate, and bursts of fruity gumdrops.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 hours
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packages miniature marshmallows
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 packages white chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ cups red and green gumdrops halved

Equipment

  • Double boiler or heatproof bowl
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • - Parchment paper
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

  1. Cut gumdrops in half and set aside.
  2. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  3. Melt marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and butter over a double boiler, stirring constantly until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in gumdrops.
  5. Pour mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
  6. Let rest overnight to set completely.
  7. Lift from the pan, cut into bars, and serve.

Notes

For a fun twist, add crushed candy canes or sprinkles to the mixture before setting.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature.