Description
Homemade Nougat Bars are a delightful and chewy confection made with white chocolate, mini marshmallows, and a mix of dried fruits and nuts. These sweet and creamy bars are perfect for snacking, sharing at parties, or gifting to friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (such as dried apricots, cherries, pineapple, and papaya)
- 1 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, pistachios, and cashews)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the dried fruits and nuts into small pieces.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
- Add Marshmallows and Vanilla: Stir in mini marshmallows and vanilla extract until the marshmallows start to melt.
- Mix in Fruits and Nuts: Fold in the chopped dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour into Pan: Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper and pour the nougat mixture into it. Spread evenly.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
- Cut into Bars: Once set, remove the nougat from the pan and cut it into bars or squares.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the white chocolate mixture is smooth and well-mixed before adding marshmallows.
- Feel free to customize the dried fruits and nuts according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None (Chill Time: 2 hours)
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15mg