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No Bake Gumdrop Nougat Candy

A quick, nostalgic sweet that combines chewy gumdrops with silky nougat, perfect for sharing and making memories.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Candy Ingredients
  • 10 oz Dots candy Reserve some for decoration on top.
  • 1 10 oz bag mini marshmallows
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 3/4 cups white chocolate chips Microwave in intervals to melt.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Microwave white chocolate chips in 30 second intervals until smooth, about 2 1/2 minutes total.
  3. In a medium bowl, microwave marshmallows and butter for about 2 minutes until puffed, then stir until silky.
  4. Quickly stir melted white chocolate into the marshmallow mixture until fully blended.
  5. Fold in all but 1/3 cup of the Dots candy until evenly distributed.
Assembly
  1. Press mixture into the pan using lightly greased hands, then press remaining Dots on top.
  2. Let set at room temperature until firm, then cut into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If your kitchen is warm, pop them in the fridge for a firmer bite; just let them come back to room temp a bit before serving.