Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds (Printable Version)

Whimsical holiday sweets featuring candy canes, chocolate bars, and festive decorations, perfect for gifts.

# What You'll Need:

→ Candy Base

01 - 16 mini candy canes
02 - 8 mini chocolate bars (e.g., Kit Kat, Milky Way)

→ Decorations

03 - 16 small candy eyes
04 - 8 mini twisted pretzels (for antlers)
05 - 8 red chocolate candies (e.g., M&Ms, for nose)
06 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for adhesive)

# Directions:

01 - Line a tray with parchment paper to create a clean workspace.
02 - Heat white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Arrange two mini candy canes parallel with curved sides outward to form sled runners.
04 - Place one mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners and secure using melted white chocolate; hold until set.
05 - Dip the bottom of two mini pretzels in melted chocolate and attach them atop the chocolate bar as antlers.
06 - Affix two candy eyes and one red chocolate candy to the front of the chocolate bar using melted chocolate.
07 - Allow the sleds to set completely at room temperature or chill briefly until the chocolate hardens.
08 - Transfer completed sleds carefully to serving platter or packaging for gifting.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No bake required perfect for quick preparation
  • Fun and festive holiday treat kids will love
02 -
  • Substitute dark chocolate for a richer flavor or use gluten-free pretzels if needed
  • Contains milk wheat soy and may contain nuts depending on candy selection
03 -
  • Drizzle sleds with colored icing for extra decoration
  • Sprinkle with edible glitter to enhance festive appearance
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