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Delicious Homemade Nougat Bars Recipe
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Delicious Homemade Nougat Bars Recipe

These Homemade Nougat Bars are a delightful blend of creamy white chocolate, gooey marshmallows, mixed dried fruits, and crunchy nuts. Perfect for a sweet snack or gift, these bars offer a satisfying combination of textures and flavors in every bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the dried fruits and nuts into small pieces.
  2. Melt White Chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  3. Add Marshmallows and Vanilla: Stir in mini marshmallows and vanilla extract until marshmallows slightly melt.
  4. Mix in Fruits and Nuts: Fold in chopped dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour into Pan: Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper and pour the nougat mixture into it. Spread evenly.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
  7. Cut into Bars: Once set, remove nougat from the pan and cut it into bars or squares.

Notes

  • Storage: Store nougat bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • Customization: Feel free to customize the recipe by using dark or milk chocolate, different dried fruits, or spices.