Gummy Bears Candy Canes

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This delightful creation combines chewy gummy bears, crushed candy canes, and mini marshmallows atop smooth melted white chocolate. The mixture is spread thinly, sprinkled with toppings, then chilled until firm. Perfectly easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, it’s a vibrant, sweet treat ideal for parties or gifting during festive moments. Variations with darker chocolate or colorful marshmallows add fun twists. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:21:00 GMT
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A playful, colorful confection featuring chewy gummy bears and crunchy candy canes, perfect for parties or festive gifts.

This is a fun and easy sweet treat I love to make during the holidays. Everyone enjoys the bright colors and mix of textures.

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

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.
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Making this treat always brings back joyful moments spent with family during holiday preparations.

Storage Tips

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.

Substitutions

For a darker flavor , substitute half the white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate , or use fruit-flavored marshmallows for added color.

Serving Suggestions

Serve broken into shards on a festive platter or package into small bags as gifts.

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This simple recipe makes a beautiful and tasty treat perfect for all ages and occasions.

Recipe FAQs

How do I melt white chocolate without burning it?

Melt white chocolate gently over simmering water or in short microwave intervals, stirring often to prevent overheating.

Can I use other types of chocolate?

Yes, substituting milk or dark chocolate offers a richer flavor contrast with the sweet toppings.

What’s the best way to crush candy canes evenly?

Place candy canes in a sealed bag and gently crush with a rolling pin for uniform pieces.

How long should I chill the confection before breaking it into shards?

Let it set at room temperature for about an hour or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm to the touch.

Can I customize the toppings?

Absolutely, adding rainbow sprinkles or fruit-flavored marshmallows enhances color and texture variations.

Gummy Bears Candy Canes

Chewy gummies and crunchy candy canes blend with white chocolate for a vibrant, festive sweet treat.

Prep Duration
10 minutes
Time to Cook
1 minutes
Overall Time
11 minutes
Recipe by Ella Whitcombe


How Tough Easy

Cuisine American

Serves 8 Portions

Diet Preferences Meatless, Wheat-Free

What You Need

Candy

01 1 cup gummy bears
02 1 cup mini candy canes, crushed
03 1 cup mini marshmallows

Chocolate

01 7 oz white chocolate, chopped

Toppings (optional)

01 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles

How To Make

Step 01

Prepare Baking Surface: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Melt White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 03

Spread Chocolate: Pour melted chocolate onto the prepared sheet and spread evenly into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle.

Step 04

Add Candy Toppings: Immediately scatter gummy bears, crushed candy canes, and mini marshmallows evenly over the chocolate.

Step 05

Add Optional Sprinkles: Sprinkle rainbow sprinkles on top if desired.

Step 06

Press Toppings: Gently press the toppings into the chocolate using clean hands or a spatula.

Step 07

Set and Chill: Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm.

Step 08

Serve: Break into shards and serve immediately.

Tools Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Saucepan or microwave
  • Spatula

Allergy Details

Review each item for allergens, and reach out to a medical professional if you're unsure.
  • Contains dairy (white chocolate) and may contain nut traces.
  • Gummy bears contain gelatin; not vegan friendly.
  • Candy canes may contain artificial colors.
  • Verify all ingredients for allergens.

Nutrition Info (each serving)

Details are meant for general information, not for medical purposes.
  • Energy: 215
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 37 g
  • Proteins: 1 g