Chocolate Christmas Candy (Nonpareils)
The easiest chocolate Christmas candy! Eat plain or add to a cup of hot chocolate for a burst of flavor. Makes a great gift too!
Calories 150kcal
Ingredients
- chocolate chips, melting wafers or chocolate bars melted
- crushed candy canes
- nonpareils sprinkles
- mini chocolate chips
- mini dehydrated marshmallows
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper then cover the pan with rows of toppings.
- Melt chocolate in a double boiler or microwave.
- Note: When using candy melts I microwave at 50% power in 30-second increments. When I use chocolate chips I microwave a full power in 20-30 second increments.
- Transfer the melted chocolate to a plastic pastry bag or ziplock baggie and pipe dime-sized dots of chocolate on top of the sprinkles and candy.
- Let the chocolate harden (placing the tray in the refrigerator speeds up this process).
- After the chocolate is set pull the chocolate candies off of the pan then pipe more drops of chocolate on the remaining sprinkles. Continue doing so until all the sprinkles and toppings have been used up.
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Notes
The amount of chocolate that you use is up to you. I didn't include measurements, but since you need to wait for the chocolate drops to harden before making the second batch, I recommend melting small amounts at a time (3-4 ounces) and then melting more as needed.
Homemade chocolate candy has a long shelf life. Store in an airtight container indefinitely. Items like candy canes might get a little sticky over time.
Calories are based on 3 Tbsp. of candies.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal