Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds (Printer-Friendly)

Whimsical holiday treat featuring candy canes, chocolate bars, and festive decorations.

# What You Need:

→ Candy Base

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

→ Decorations

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

# Steps:

01 - Line a tray with parchment paper to assemble the sleds.
02 - Melt white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Arrange two mini candy canes parallel with curved sides facing outward to create sled runners.
04 - Place a mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners and adhere with melted white chocolate. Hold until set.
05 - Dip the bottom of two mini pretzels in melted chocolate and attach atop the chocolate bar to mimic antlers.
06 - Affix two candy eyes and a red chocolate candy on the front of the bar using melted chocolate to form Rudolph’s face.
07 - Allow sleds to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until chocolate hardens.
08 - Carefully transfer finished sleds to a platter or gift bags for presentation.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No bake required making it quick and easy
  • Perfect for kids parties and edible gifts
02 -
  • Substitute dark chocolate for a richer flavor or use gluten-free pretzels if needed
  • For extra decoration drizzle sleds with colored icing or sprinkle with edible glitter
03 -
  • Work quickly when attaching decorations before chocolate hardens
  • Use a small brush or toothpick to apply melted chocolate for precision
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