Four Ingredient Nougat Bars

These Four Ingredient Nougat Bars are a nostalgic, festive treat perfect for holidays or gifting. Soft, chewy, and sweet, they’re packed with gooey marshmallow nougat and studded with colorful red and green gumdrops. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, this recipe creates an impressive candy-like bar that both kids and adults love—even if it used to be “for adults only!”

Ingredients

• 2 packages miniature marshmallows
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 packages white chocolate chips
• 1 1/2 cups red and green gumdrops, halved

Directions

1. Cut gumdrops in half and set aside.
2. Line a baking dish with parchment, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
3. Bring a pot of water to a boil; set a heatproof bowl on top to create a double boiler.
4. Add marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and melted butter to the bowl.
5. Heat and stir until completely melted and smooth.
6. Fold in the halved gumdrops gently.
7. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
8. Let rest overnight to fully set.
9. Lift from the pan using the parchment and cut into bars.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes + overnight set
Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 24

Tips

• Be sure the nougat melts slowly—high heat can scorch the white chocolate.
• For clean cuts, chill the bars briefly before slicing.

FAQ

Can I use different candies?
Yes—chopped gummy bears or fruit slices also work well.

Do these need refrigeration?
No, store at room temperature in an airtight container.

Can I use full-size marshmallows?
You can, but they’ll take longer to melt.

How long do they keep?
Up to a week when stored airtight.