Description

This White Chocolate No-Bake Festive Candy is a delightful and easy-to-make holiday treat featuring creamy white chocolate, crunchy pretzels, crispy rice cereal, dried cranberries, and salted peanuts. Perfect for festive gatherings, it combines sweet, salty, and crunchy elements into bite-sized pieces that require no baking.

Ingredients

2 cups white chocolate chips
1 cup mini pretzels, broken into pieces
1 cup crispy rice cereal
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup roasted salted peanuts
1/4 cup festive sprinkles

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Instructions

Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easy.
Melt the white chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips using 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval until the chocolate is fully smooth and melted.
Mix in ingredients: Quickly add the broken pretzels, crispy rice cereal, dried cranberries, and roasted peanuts to the melted chocolate. Stir well to coat all pieces evenly with the white chocolate.
Form the candy: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, or spread it out evenly for a bark-style candy shape.
Add sprinkles: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the festive sprinkles evenly on top to add color and holiday cheer.
Chill to set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for about 30 minutes or until the candy is fully set and hardened.
Serve and store: Once hardened, break the candy into pieces and store them in an airtight container to preserve freshness.

Notes

Substitute peanuts with almonds or omit nuts entirely for a nut-free version.
Use colored candy melts for a more vibrant and colorful holiday appearance.
Ensure chocolate is not overheated to prevent burning and maintain smooth texture.
Store the candy in a cool, dry place to avoid melting or becoming sticky.