Four Ingredient Nougat Bars
Soft, chewy, creamy, and colorful, these easy Four Ingredient Nougat Bars are the perfect no-bake treat! Made with just four simple ingredients and packed with colorful gumdrops, they’re wonderful for holidays, parties, cookie trays, or whenever you’re craving something sweet.
Ingredients
- 2 packages miniature marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 packages white chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups red and green gumdrops
Instructions
1. Prepare the Gumdrops
Cut the gumdrops in half and set them aside.
2. Prepare the Pan
Line an 8×8-inch or similar baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some paper hanging over the sides. This will make it easy to remove the nougat once it has set.
3. Melt the Nougat Mixture
Bring a small pot of water to a gentle simmer.
Place a heatproof bowl over the pot, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
Add the miniature marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and melted butter.
Stir continuously until everything is completely melted and smooth.
4. Add the Gumdrops
Remove the bowl from the heat.
Immediately and gently fold in the halved gumdrops, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
5. Transfer to the Pan
Pour the mixture into the parchment-lined baking dish.
Use a lightly greased spatula to spread and press it into an even layer.
6. Let It Set
Allow the nougat to cool and set completely. For the firmest texture, cover and refrigerate it for several hours or leave it to set overnight.
7. Slice and Serve
Once firm, lift the nougat out of the pan using the parchment-paper overhang.
Place it on a cutting board and cut into bars or small squares with a sharp knife.
Enjoy!
Tips
- Grease your spatula lightly with butter or nonstick spray because the mixture is very sticky.
- Don’t add the gumdrops while the mixture is extremely hot, or they may soften too much.
- Refrigerating the nougat makes it easier to slice cleanly.
- For a festive look, use red and green gumdrops.
- Store the finished bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Recipe Information
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5–10 minutes
Setting Time: Several hours or overnight
Servings: About 16–20 bars
Difficulty: Easy
Type: No-Bake Dessert