Candy Salad is a sweet and salty mix of Whoppers, Reese’s, and chocolate-covered pretzels—a perfect treat for candy lovers or your next gathering!

Overhead image of Candy Salad in a bowl

Candy Salad

Before you jump to conclusions and think I’ve gone off the deep end, let me explain! Candy Salad is in the same league as those quirky combos like Ambrosia Salad, Snickers Salad, or the ever-popular Orange Fluff Salad.

All right, it’s not technically a “salad” in the veggie and greens sense—it’s more of a dessert.

But hey, if it’s whipped up in a salad bowl, why not embrace the name, right? And if you’re doubting its legitimacy, just ask the Candy Salad fans on TikTok, where it took the platform by storm earlier this year!

Process shots-- images of all the candy used in this recipe being added to a bowl

How To Enjoy This “Salad”

  • Handfuls: Grab a handful and enjoy the mix of candies.
  • Cupfuls: Serve in small cups or bowls for portion control, perfect for gatherings.
  • As a topping: Add it to ice cream, yogurt, or cakes for a candy crunch.
  • With friends: Share with friends or family during a movie night for a fun treat!

How To Make Candy Salad (Tips)

  • Mix the flavors: Go for a mix of sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy.
  • Use fresh candies: Fresh candies give the best texture and flavor.
  • Customize it: Change ingredients to fit personal preferences or dietary needs.

Variations

Switch Your Candy Salad Up!

  • Nuts: Add roasted or candied almonds, peanuts, or cashews for a nutty crunch.
  • Caramel: Throw in some caramel bits, add Rolos, or chopped up Milky Ways.
  • White chocolate: Swap out some of the milk chocolates for white chocolate pieces.

Storage

Store Candy Salad in an airtight container. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to stop it from melting.

Avoid the fridge, since chocolate can get “sweat” or turn white.

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Candy Salad

Candy Salad is a fun mix of sweet and salty flavors, featuring treats like Whoppers, Reese’s, and chocolate-covered pretzels. It’s the perfect way to satisfy your cravings!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 16 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions 

  • Begin by coarsely breaking the chocolate-covered pretzels into pieces. Next, chop the Hershey’s Cookies 'n' Creme bar into small chunks, roughly the size of M&M’s.
  • In a large bowl, combine all of the candies together.
  • Gently stir until the candies are combined. Perfect for parties, or just indulging!

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Recipe Notes

Serving suggestions: Candy Salad is typically enjoyed as you would any other snack mix or dessert:
  • Eat it by the handful!
  • To manage portions, especially at gatherings, you can portion the Candy Salad into small cups or bowls.
  • Use it as an unconventional topping on ice cream, yogurt, or even cakes for an added candy crunch.
  • Share the bowl with friends or family and enjoy the mix together. It’s a great treat to pass around during a movie night!
Nutrition Note: The nutritional information is not provided since the type of candies used will vary greatly. Plus, do you really want to know?
Storage: Store Candy Salad in airtight containers to maintain freshness and keep moisture out. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and avoid refrigeration to prevent chocolate from sweating or developing a white bloom.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 42.3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15.5g | Cholesterol: 8.2mg | Sodium: 135.7mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 34.6g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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  1. Bryan says:

    5 stars
    Okay it might seem obvious that this is delicous but holy crap its amazing! You need to follow the exact candies chelsea recommends and your mind will be blown! Yum!