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    Home » Recipes » Holidays and Events Recipes » Christmas Recipes

    Christmas Nougat (with jujubes)

    Published: Nov 20, 2022 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Nov 20, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Nougat candy, cut into squares, on a wooden cutting board with green and gold mini bows

    This easy, no-bake Christmas Nougat (with jujubes) is a great candy for your holiday treat tray. It's only 4 ingredients, fun, colorful, super easy to make (no candy thermometer required), and oh-so-tasty!

    Nougat candy, cut into squares, on a wooden cutting board with green and gold mini bows

    This Christmas Nougat was inspired by my love for jujubes (one of the best candies ever) and it not only makes a great edible gift for friends and neighbors, but it's also a great no-bake addition to any Christmas baking platter. But be warned, it is very hard to stop eating!

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    • 🥘Ingredients
    • 🔪Instructions
    • 💭Top tip
    • 📖Variations & Substitutions
    • 🍽Equipment
    • 🌡️Storage
    • 👪 Serving Size
    • ❔ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
    • ⭐ Reviews
    • 📋 Christmas Nougat Recipe (with jujubes)

    I'm really not much of a 'candy girl', but I love jujubes and they are the star ingredient in this recipe. I can't get enough of this nougat! But even if you don't have a sweet tooth, this recipe is irresistible!

    🥘Ingredients

    You need the following ingredients to make this delicious Christmas nougat!

    Ingredients in Christmas Nougat, in glass bowls, labelled in black with white outlining
    • 1 -250 g -pack of white chocolate chips (225 - 250 g bag)
    • 1 -400 g - bag of mini marshmallows (or use regular marshmallows, as they are the same weight)
    • 2 tbsp butter *I use unsalted butter
    • 1 ½ cups jujubes - use the larger jujubes (affiliate link) - remove the black ones
    • shortening for greasing bowls and utensils

    🔪Instructions

    *Heads up: Overnight refrigeration is required for this nougat candy recipe

    jujubes being chopped into smaller pieces on a black cutting board

    Chop jujubes into smaller pieces.

    *NOTE: Do not use a food processor to chop jujubes. I tried to do this to make it easier and it didn't work.

    Line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper (don't worry if it doesn't stay pressed in. Once you pour in the contents, it will). *This is the best way to prepare your pan.

    *or spray with non-stick cooking spray or grease with shortening.

    marshmallows, white chocolate chips and butter in a large glass bowl with a black spatula

    Grease a large microwave-safe bowl and spatula with shortening. (this is important or your mixture will stick to the bowl)

    Add white chocolate chip, marshmallows, and butter to the bowl

    Microwave on half power (50%) for 2 minutes, then remove and stir. *The marshmallows get very hot so they will melt the chocolate and butter

    If it's not completely melted, put it back in (at 50%/half power) for 30- second increments, removing it to stir each time

    chopped jujubes added to large glass bowl with melted marshmallows, white chocolate chips and butter, with a black spatula in it

    Add jujubes.

    jujubes stirred into marshmallow mixture in a large glass bowl with a black spatula

    Stir jujubes in so it's fully and evenly incorporated.

    *You need to work quickly so the mixture doesn't harden before you get it into the pan.

    mixture poured into 8X8 parchment lined pan

    Pour mixture into parchment lined 8X8 inch square pan and spread evenly with your greased spatula.

    8X8 pan covered with Glad press n' seal

    Cover and refrigerate for 6-8 hours or overnight, ideally. *I use Glad Press N' Seal (affiliate link) as it's thicker stronger and creates a tighter seal than regular plastic wrap

    *I always put a note on it so my family knows it's not ready to eat 🙂

    large block of nougat on parchment on wooden cutting board

    Remove the nougat and place it on the cutting board

    rough edges cut off large block of nougat on parchment, on cutting board, with knife on a side

    Cut rough edges off of nougat

    nougat cut into 5 one way on cutting board, with rough edge scraps on the side

    Cut nougat into 5 one way

    nougat cut into 5 pieces both way, spread on wooden cutting board, with scraps on the side

    Cut nougat into 5 slices the other way, for a total of 25

    nougat cut into Christmas shapes (candy cane etc) with square s on a wooden cutting board with mini cookie cutters

    You can cut nougat into Christmas shapes (like a candy cane, a Christmas tree, or varied ornaments) with mini cookie cutters, (affiliate link) if you wish.

    *HINT: Cut your nougat when it's cold, as it's much easier to cut through!

    💭Top tip

    If your nougat feels too sticky when you're cutting it, a little trick is to grease your knife with a thin coating shortening (or oil) before cutting the nougat. Although, I didn't need to do this.

    Give it as a gift!

    If you're looking for the perfect Christmas gift for friends, neighbors, teachers, etc.. this holiday season, this easy candy recipe is ideal! Give it in a parchment or wax paper-lined cookie tin wrapped with ribbon and a bow!

    Christmas nougat candy in a Christmas tin with 2 pieces of nougat sitting on cutting board

    📖Variations & Substitutions

    • Dairy- free/Vegan - use vegan margarine instead of butter and dairy-free or vegan white chocolate chips (affiliate link). Jujubes are naturally vegan.
    • Butter - you could substitute margarine or salted butter
    • Jujubes- it's best to use the large ones that come in the clear plastic tubs (like I used in the photos) to get that stained glass effect. But you could substitute gumdrops, but try to avoid the sugar-coated ones. Or you can use the smaller variety of jujubes -just don’t cut them and be aware that you’ll likely have to use more. If you absolutely can't get your hands on jujubes you could substitute dot candy. Maynards or wine gums could be used in a pinch, but just be aware that they will change the taste of this recipe.

    🍽Equipment

    You will need a microwave (or a double boiler for stovetop) to make this Christmas candy, an 8X8-inch baking pan, a cutting board, a large sharp knife, a large microwave safe mixing bowl, and a spatula (affiliate links).

    I love my high-temperature spatulas (affiliate link) because I NEVER have to worry about temperature when cooking when them (and marshmallows are HOT when cooked in the microwave). They are also dishwasher safe, rated to 600 degrees F, won't fade or discolor, come in multiple colors, and are one single molded piece (so they won't separate).

    jujubes stirred into marshmallow mixture in a large glass bowl with a black spatula

    🌡️Storage

    Store this nougat candy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, as it can get a little soft and gooey if left out at room temperature for extended periods of time.

    👪 Serving Size

    This white chocolate nougat recipe makes 25 servings/squares. However, you can get more servings if you cut it into smaller bite-sized pieces (cut each square in half, into a triangle). Or you can double or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust. You'll just need additional baking pans.

    Christmas Nougat Candy on narrow black serving platter with bows and cookie tins in the background

    ❔ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    What are jujubes made of?

    Jujubes are a gummy type of candy drop made of starch, corn syrup, and coloring.

    How do you cut nougat?

    Make sure your candy nougat is cold when you are cutting it. Lightly greasing your knife can also help cut cleanly (but be very careful!) You need to serve it right away or refrigerate it once it's cut or it gets soft and a little gooey.

    If you're looking for an easy Christmas candy, then this Christmas Nougat is for you! It's become one of our favorite recipes and I hope it becomes one of yours too.

    And if you love NO BAKE Christmas treats, check out my Microwave Sugar Cookie Fudge!

    Microwave sugar cookie fudge in blue cookie tin on white faux wood surface

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    ⭐ Reviews

    Did you make this delicious nougat recipe? Please RATE THE RECIPE below.

    Nougat candy, cut into squares, on a wooden cutting board with green and gold mini bows
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    📋 Christmas Nougat Recipe (with jujubes)

    This easy no bake Christmas Nougat (with jujubes) is a great candy for your holiday treat tray or an edible gift. It's only 4 ingredients, fun, colorful and so easy to make (no candy thermometer required) and oh so tasty!
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Canadian, North American
    Keyword: candy, christmas, jujubes, nougat
    Special Diet: Vegetarian
    Servings: 25 pieces
    Calories: 175kcal
    Author: Terri Gilson
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    refrigeration/settting: 8 hours hours
    Total Time: 8 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
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    Equipment

    8x8-inch baking pan
    an array of colorful spatulas
    spatula
    cutting board
    sharp knife
    microwave-safe bowl

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounce -pack of white chocolate chips (225 - 250 g bag)
    • 14 ounce - package of marshmallows, (400 g bag ) mini or regular (they are the same weight)
    • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 ½ cups jujubes chopped
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • *Images in post will NOT print by default, if you want them to print, you need to select this option
    • *Heads up: Overnight refrigeration is required for this recipe
    • Pick out the black jujubes and set aside, eat them or do whatever you want with them.
      Chop jujubes into small pieces.
      jujubes being chopped into smaller pieces on a black cutting board
    • Grease a microwave safe bowl and spatula with shortening.
    • Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper (don't worry if it doesn't stay pressed in. Once you pour in the mixture, it will). Or you can use a nonstick spray.
    • Add marshmallows, butter and white chocolate chips to large bowl.
      marshmallows, white chocolate chips and butter in a large glass bowl with a black spatula
    • Microwave on half power (50%) for 2 minutes, then remove and stir. * The marshmallows get very hot so they will melt the chocolate and butter.
    • If it's not completely melted, put back in (at 50%/half power) for 30- second increments, removing to stir each time.
    • Add the cut up jujubes.
      chopped jujubes added to large glass bowl with melted marshmallows, white chocolate chips and butter, with a black spatula in it
    • Stir jujubes are evenly mixed it. *You need to work quickly so it doesn't harden.
      jujubes stirred into marshmallow mixture in a large glass bowl with a black spatula
    • Pour into pan layered with parchment paper. Spread evenly with greased spatula.
      mixture poured into 8X8 parchment lined pan
    • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
      8X8 pan covered with Glad press n' seal
    • *See directions for cutting nougat in post INSTRUCTIONS.

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    Notes

    Nutrition Facts
    📋 Christmas Nougat Recipe (with jujubes)
    Amount Per Serving (1 square)
    Calories 175 Calories from Fat 45
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5g8%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Trans Fat 0.04g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
    Monounsaturated Fat 1g
    Cholesterol 5mg2%
    Sodium 30mg1%
    Potassium 41mg1%
    Carbohydrates 32g11%
    Fiber 0.1g0%
    Sugar 24g27%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 32IU1%
    Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
    Calcium 28mg3%
    Iron 0.1mg1%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1square | Calories: 175kcal (9%) | Carbohydrates: 32g (11%) | Protein: 1g (2%) | Fat: 5g (8%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 5mg (2%) | Sodium: 30mg (1%) | Potassium: 41mg (1%) | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 24g (27%) | Vitamin A: 32IU (1%) | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 28mg (3%) | Iron: 0.1mg (1%)
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    1. Lauren Ingalls

      November 22, 2022 at 9:35 pm

      Easy to make and tasty. Fed it to my work colleagues who suggested that I toss it in icing sugar as a final step.

      Reply
      • Terri Gilson

        November 23, 2022 at 6:24 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed it, Lauren! Icing sugar is a great idea 🙂

        Terri

        Reply
    2. Sheila McRae

      November 30, 2022 at 2:48 pm

      I made this with a bag of Christmas coloured jujubes I bought and it was really fun and turned out great!! I waited until after I made the candy before remembering to chop up the jujubes to add- next time I will make sure to do that first. Delicious! And so colourful!!

      Reply
      • Terri Gilson

        December 01, 2022 at 6:59 am

        I'm so glad you loved it, Sheila!

        Reply
    3. Eileen Hofer

      December 09, 2022 at 6:18 pm

      Where can I get jujubes? I have never heard of them. Thanks

      Reply
      • Terri Gilson

        December 10, 2022 at 6:52 am

        Hi Eileen: I buy jujubes at my local grocery store, in the candy section. You can also buy them through Amazon. And if you can't find them, I have put substitutes in the "Variations and Substitutions" section. Gumdrops are a good substitute.
        I hope you enjoy the nougat!
        Terri

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