Fourth of July Candy
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dried fruit, chopped into small pieces ex: dried cranberries, blueberries, raisins
- 2 tbsp holiday sprinkles use more or less, as desired
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 package vanilla candy coating
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. You will pour out your candy mixture onto this. Or, use silicone candy bar molds; place onto a cookie sheet for a flat surface.
- Mix dried fruit, sprinkles and marshmallows into a small bowl and set aside.
- Break up the almond bark and place into a microwave-safe bowl. The almond bark needs to melt slowly, so warm it up in the microwave in short bursts, about 30 seconds at a time, to prevent burning. Use a heat-resistant spatula to stir the melted candy coating, ensuring everything is evenly incorporated.
- Start melting the chocolate for 30 seconds. Using a spatula, stir the chocolate to see if it is melted smooth. If not, continue to microwave in 15-30 second increments, stirring until smooth.
- Once chocolate is smooth, pour it onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Use your spatula to smooth it out. If using a candy mold, pour a little at a time until the entire mold cavity is filled.
- Add the dried fruit, holiday sprinkles and marshmallows (or any additional toppings) on top of the melted chocolate.
- Allow the candy to harden (about 15-30 minutes). You can speed up the process by placing the cookie sheet into the refrigerator.
- Once the candy has set, break it into smaller pieces. If using a candy mold, carefully remove from the mold.
- Package into a cute box for gift giving or store in a covered container (keep away from heat).