Four Ingredient Nougat Bars

I recall growing up and seeing this treat on the dessert table every holiday. This was one of those desserts that was saved for adults only.

I never did understand that as I was growing up. When I got older, I started making this treat myself and although I do not understand why it was an adult only treat, I understand why they kept it all to themselves.

It had nothing to do with it being an expensive treat, or the fact that there was only one plate of these.

No, all it was is that the adults knew that if the group of kids got to take one, there would be none left for them.

Frequently Asked Questions:

            How can some treat so good be so easy to make? What is the secret?

There really is no secret to these. There are only four ingredients, a short amount of time and they are ready.

            Is it true that nougat is a protein treat?

Yes, these are the perfect treat after a heavy workout. They replenish your body much quicker.

            How do I store this treat?

I like to keep the pan of these in the refrigerator. It is easier to cut the nougat when it is cold.

What do you need to make Four Ingredient Nougat Bars

            2 packages of miniature marshmallows

            2 tbsp butter, melted

            2 packages of white chocolate chips

            1 ½ cups red and green gumdrops

How to make Four Ingredient Nougat Bars

FIRST STEP:

Cut the gum drops in half

Layer a baking dish with parchment paper, be sure there is enough paper hanging over the sides

Bring a pot of water to a boil on the stove

SECOND STEP:

Place a heat proof bowl or another pan over the first pot with the water

To the top dish add in the miniature marshmallows, the white chocolate chips and the butter

Melt the ingredients in the pan, over( or rather like a double boiler)

Stir until all is melted

THIRD STEP:

Gently fold in the gumdrops

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Pour into the baking dish with the parchment paper

Let rest overnight so the nougat sets

Lift out of the baking dish using the parchment paper, cut into bars

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YAY!

YUM!

Enjoy!

YUM!