Description
Delightful Cool Whip Candy combines creamy textures with sweet indulgence for an irresistible treat. Simple ingredients and quick preparation make this dessert perfect for casual gatherings or spontaneous sugar cravings you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (525g) milk chocolate chips
- 24 oz (680g) chocolate almond bark or chocolate melting wafers
- 8 oz (225g) Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
- Preparation: Transfer softened Cool Whip into a large mixing bowl, ensuring a smooth and uniform base for the candy creation.
- Sugar Integration: Gradually sift powdered sugar into the Cool Whip, whisking meticulously to eliminate any potential sugar lumps and create a silky consistency.
- Flavor Infusion: Add vanilla extract and thoroughly blend, distributing the aromatic essence throughout the mixture for a harmonious flavor profile.
- Textural Enrichment: Gently fold mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts into the creamy mixture, maintaining its light and airy texture while introducing delightful crunch and depth.
- Shaping and Chilling: Craft small, uniform candies using a spoon or cookie scoop, arranging them on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm and completely set.
- Storage and Preservation: Transfer the chilled candies to an airtight container, ensuring they remain fresh and delectable for up to one week in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Softening Strategy: Let Cool Whip sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before mixing to ensure smooth, lump-free texture and easier ingredient incorporation.
- Sugar Sifting Technique: Use a fine-mesh strainer when adding powdered sugar to prevent clumping and achieve a silky, uniform consistency without grainy patches.
- Flavor Enhancement: Experiment with alternative extracts like almond or peppermint to create unique flavor variations that complement the base recipe.
- Dietary Adaptation: Substitute dairy-free Cool Whip and sugar-free chocolate chips for vegan or low-sugar versions, maintaining the dessert’s light and creamy profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 173
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg