Description
Soft, chewy, and bursting with color and texture, these homemade nougat bars are the perfect no-bake treat for any occasion. Made with creamy white chocolate, mini marshmallows, crunchy nuts, and vibrant dried fruits, they strike a balance between sweet, soft, and crunchy in every bite. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert, holiday gift idea, or a fun snack to prep ahead, this easy recipe will become your go-to. Ideal for holiday dessert trays, homemade candy, and fun food ideas for parties, these bars are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
450g white chocolate, chopped
400g sweetened condensed milk
200g mini marshmallows
100g dried fruits, chopped (e.g., apricots, cranberries, pineapple)
80g chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, or a mix)
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang, and lightly grease it.
2. In a large heatproof bowl, melt the white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk together in the microwave using 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
3. Let the mixture cool for 2–3 minutes so it’s not too hot to melt the marshmallows.
4. Fold in the mini marshmallows gently to keep their shape.
5. Add the chopped dried fruits and nuts, reserving a bit of each for topping. Mix until combined.
6. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
7. Press the reserved toppings onto the surface and gently flatten with a spatula.
8. Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight until fully set.
9. Lift the nougat out using the parchment, place it on a cutting board, and slice into bars or squares.
10. Serve, store, or pack for gifting!
Notes
Let the white chocolate cool slightly before adding marshmallows to keep them intact.
Use parchment paper with overhang for easy removal and cleaner cuts.
Chop all mix-ins (fruits and nuts) to similar sizes for even distribution and tidy slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: no-bake dessert, homemade candy, nougat bars, white chocolate bars, easy holiday treat