Valentine's Day Cinnamon Candy Nougat

Cinnamon Candy Nougat pieces in a pink heart-shaped bowl.

5 from 2 votes

Valentine's Day Cinnamon Candy Nougat

This nougat offers a perfect balance of sweetness from the white chocolate and marshmallows with a playful spicy kick from the cinnamon candies. It's a fun twist on traditional Valentine's Day flavors that caters tothose who enjoy sweet and spicy flavors.

Prep Time10

Chill time6

Total Time6 10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: candy, nougat

Servings: pieces

Calories: 236cal

Author: Amy Desrosiers

Cost: $9

Equipment

9 x 13 casserole dish
spatula
parchment or wax paper
refridgerator *freezer if you would like to set it faster
Microwave *or double boiler

Ingredients

18 ounces white chocolate chips
16 ounces mini marshmallows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups cinnamon hot candies I used Hot Tamales®

Instructions

Line a 9 x 13 pan with wax or parchment paper. Spray the wax or parchment paper with nonstick spray.
Spray a rubber spatula or wooden spoon with nonstick spray or coat in shortening.
Add the marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and butter to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 90 seconds. Pause the microwave around the 45-second mark and stir the mixture. Pause the microwave around the 45-second mark and stir the mixture. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds, pausing to stir again at the 15-second mark. The mixture will be fluffy, thick, and creamy.
Add 2 cups of cinnamon candies to the mixture, and mix them in to combine.
Quickly add the nougat onto the lined pan. You will need to work quickly to spread the mixture because it cools fast. This is the messiest part of this process. Once all the mixture is in the pan, I suggest using clean hands sprayed with nonstick spray (or coated with melted butter) to pat down the mixture and make sure it is smooth.
Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or until set. To speed up the process, use the freezer and freeze for about 75 minutes or until set.
When it is time to cut the squares, remove the baking paper from the nougat. Place it (while cold) on a cutting board. Spray a knife with nonstick baking spray and cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes.
To store, add them in the refrigerator (or freezer) between coated wax or parchment paper. Enjoy

Notes

Nutritional values may vary and are meant to be a guide.

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