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This Jelly Nougat Candy is chewy, colorful, and delicious. White chocolate and marshmallows form a soft base that's filled with fruity gumdrops. Once chilled, it slices easily into vibrant, chewy squares. Perfect for holidays or whenever you want something sweet and fun to share.
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Classic Jelly Nougat Treats blend the smooth richness of melted white chocolate with puffy marshmallows and fruity gumdrops. This candy brings back childhood memories and works great for holiday gatherings or just when you're craving something sweet.

WHAT YOU NEED

  • 4 tbsp butter: Gives a creamy texture and helps everything mix together nicely.
  • 20 oz mini marshmallows: Creates that soft, stretchy nougat feel when they melt down.
  • 4 cups white chocolate chips: Forms the rich, sweet foundation of your candy.
  • 2 cups gumdrops: When cut up, they add bursts of fruit flavor and colorful spots throughout.

HOW TO MAKE IT

Step 1:
Grab a big microwave-safe bowl and toss in the butter with mini marshmallows. Microwave them for 1 minute, give a good stir, then zap for another minute. Keep stirring until everything's mixed up smoothly.
Step 2:
Throw in your white chocolate chips and microwave for half a minute. Stir until you get a gooey, sticky blend. If needed, pop it back in for another 30 seconds, stirring now and then.
Step 3:
Mix in your chopped gumdrops so they're spread out nicely through the whole gooey mixture.
Step 4:
Get a 9x13 baking dish and line it with parchment paper. Make sure the paper hangs over the sides so you can pull it out later. Lightly spray the paper with cooking spray.
Step 5:
Dump your nougat mix into the lined pan. Cover it with another piece of parchment and press down with your hands to flatten it all out.
Step 6:
Let it chill overnight in the fridge until it's firm. Once it's hardened, lift it out using the paper edges and peel off the top paper layer.
Step 7:
Slice into bite-sized squares and enjoy!

Keeping It Fresh

  • Keep your treats in a sealed container in the fridge and they'll stay good for about a week.
  • For giving as gifts, wrap each piece in wax paper or pack them in pretty tins.
  • These candies taste best when they're cool or just slightly warmed up to room temp.

Quick Tips

  • Don't rush mixing the butter and marshmallows before adding the chocolate chips or you'll end up with lumps.
  • Any gumdrops work fine, but cutting them small helps spread the flavor all through your candy.
  • Let the candy sit in the fridge all night for the best results when you go to cut it.

Pro Chef Advice

  • Ina Garten says spending extra on good white chocolate makes the nougat way creamier and richer.
  • Martha Stewart thinks adding just a tiny bit of sea salt makes the sweetness taste even better.
  • Jamie Oliver likes throwing in some chopped nuts to give the soft candy a bit of crunch.

WHY THIS WORKS SO WELL

  • You won't need fancy skills or hard-to-find stuff to make it.
  • The mix of smooth chocolate, puffy marshmallows, and chewy fruit bits takes you back to simpler times.
  • It's great for bringing to parties, holiday get-togethers, or wrapping up as handmade presents.

MIX IT UP

  • Throw in some chopped almonds or pecans for a nice crunch and nutty taste.
  • Switch out gumdrops for jelly beans if you want something different.
  • During Christmas time, stick with just red and green gumdrops for a holiday look.

Jelly Nougat Candy

Jelly Nougat Candy is a chewy and colorful treat combining white chocolate, marshmallows, and gummy bursts. Ideal for celebrations or casual sweets.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
1 Minutes
Total Time
11 Minutes
By: Mariana

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 24 Servings (24 pieces)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 2 cups gumdrops.
02 4 cups white chocolate chips.
03 20 oz mini marshmallows.
04 4 tbsp butter.

Instructions

Step 01

Put the butter and marshmallows in a big bowl that can go in the microwave. Warm it up for 1 minute, give it a good stir, then microwave for another minute. Keep stirring until it’s all mixed well.

Step 02

Toss in the white chocolate chips and give it a stir. Heat for 30 seconds in the microwave, stirring now and then, until the mixture turns smooth and gooey.

Step 03

Mix in the gumdrops gently so they’re spread out evenly in the mix.

Step 04

Take a 9x13 pan, lay it with parchment paper, and spray it with cooking spray. Let the paper hang over the sides to make lifting it out later easier.

Step 05

Pour the sticky mix into the pan you just prepped. Lay another sheet of parchment paper on top and press it down with your hands to make it even.

Step 06

Pop it in the fridge overnight or until firm. Once it’s solid, pull the treat out of the pan using the parchment paper and remove the paper.

Step 07

Cut the nougat into bite-sized pieces and dig in.

Notes

  1. Refrigerating overnight gives the nougat its perfect texture.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 baking pan.
  • Large microwaveable bowl.
  • Microwave.
  • Parchment paper.
  • Cooking spray.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 150
  • Total Fat: 6 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 26 g
  • Protein: 1 g