Gumdrop Nougat Bars (3-Ingredient Wonder!)

Sweet, Chewy & Irresistibly Simple – Your New Favorite No-Bake Treat!

You’ve discovered one of those magical recipes that feels like a secret handshake among home bakers! With just three simple ingredients, you can create soft, chewy, delightfully nostalgic nougat bars that taste like holiday joy in every bite. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or sneaking a piece with your afternoon coffee.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 🕒 Ready in 10 minutes (plus chilling)

  • 🎄 Festive & fun – red and green gumdrops make it perfect for Christmas

  • 🍯 Sweet & satisfying – a chewy treat that’s not too heavy

  • 🎁 Great for gifting – beautiful, portable, and always a hit


Your 3-Ingredient Magic Formula

  • 3 cups mini marshmallows

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

  • 1 cup gumdrops, chopped (red & green for the holidays!)

  • Optional: 1 tbsp butter for greasing


Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Pan

  • Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper

  • Lightly grease the parchment with butter or cooking spray

Step 2: Create the Nougat Base

  1. In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine marshmallows and white chocolate chips

  2. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth

  3. Work quickly – the mixture will begin to set as it cools!

Step 3: Add the Gumdrops

  1. Immediately stir in the chopped gumdrops until evenly distributed

  2. The mixture will be very sticky – that’s perfect!

Step 4: Press and Chill

  1. Transfer the mixture to your prepared pan

  2. Use our pro-tip! Lightly grease a small piece of parchment paper and use it to press the mixture evenly into the pan

  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight until completely firm

Step 5: Slice and Serve

  1. Lift the slab out using the parchment paper

  2. Use a sharp knife to cut into bars or squares

  3. Store in an airtight container at room temperature


👩‍🍳 Pro Tips for Perfect Nougat Bars

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