Description
This Christmas candy recipe is the easiest and most loved festive treat to make. It combines creamy white chocolate with tart dried cranberries and crunchy pecans for a deliciously sweet and nutty bite-sized candy, perfect for holiday sharing and gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 12 oz white chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups dried cranberries
- 1.5 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave using 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each until smooth, or use a double boiler to melt the chocolate over simmering water, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the dried cranberries and chopped pecans into the melted white chocolate until all components are evenly coated and combined.
- Form the Candy Drops: Using a teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper, spacing them evenly to avoid sticking as they set.
- Allow to Set: Let the candy drops cool and harden at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or speed up the process by placing them in the refrigerator until firm, usually around 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- Use good quality white chocolate for a smoother texture and richer flavor.
- For variation, try substituting pecans with walnuts or almonds.
- Store the candies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- If the chocolate begins to harden before mixing, gently rewarm it to maintain a workable consistency.
- This recipe does not require baking or cooking, making it easy to prepare any time.
