Home > Desserts > Candy Salad Candy Salad September 1, 2023 | No Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Candy Salad is a fun mishmash of sweet and salty flavors, featuring standouts like Whoppers, Reese’s, and chocolate-covered pretzels. It’s the perfect treat when you’re craving a combo of the most iconic candies in one bite or looking for a surefire hit at your next gathering! 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 combinations 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 with a medley of candies. 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 legions of Candy Salad enthusiasts on TikTok where it took the platform by storm earlier this year! QUICK TIP We mention several brand names in this post: Whoppers, Reese’s, Rolos, Milky Way, Pocky, Kinder, Cap’n Crunch, Lucky Charms, and Honey Oh’s. We respect trademarks and mention these by name because we truly believe they are of higher quality than others–plus, they are easily recognizable. We use these brands in our test kitchen, but of course, you’re welcome to use similar products under different labels. So, How Do You Eat Candy Salad?! Candy Salad is typically enjoyed as you would any other snack mix or dessert: Handfuls: We prefer a more casual approach — eat it by the handful! Simply grab a handful and enjoy, ensuring you get a mix of the candies. Cupfuls: To manage portions, especially at gatherings, you can serve Candy Salad into small cups or bowls. As a topping: Use it as an unconventional topping on ice cream, yogurt, or even cakes for an added candy crunch. With friends: Share the bowl with friends or family and enjoy the mix together. It’s a great treat to pass around during a movie night! How To Make Candy Salad (Tips) Balance the flavors: We want a good mix of sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy elements. The contrast will enhance the overall flavor. Keep it fresh: Use fresh candies. Old or stale candies can significantly impact the texture and flavor of the mix. Watch the size: Chop bigger candies into smaller sizes for easier mixing and a more even distribution of flavors in every bite. Make it pretty: Consider using clear serving bowls or jars. The vibrant colors from the various candies are very visually appealing! Make it yours: Tweak the ingredients based on personal preferences or dietary needs. Swap in sugar-free versions, or include nut-free options if allergies are a concern. Take a taste: Before finalizing your mix, taste it to ensure a harmonious blend of flavors and adjust as necessary. VARIATIONS Here are some variation ideas for Candy Salad: Nuts and crunch: Add roasted or candied almonds, peanuts, or cashews for a nutty crunch. You could also toss in some toffee bits for added texture. Caramel touch: Throw in some caramel bits, add Rolos, or chop up a few caramel-filled chocolates like Milky Ways. White chocolate: Swap out some of the milk chocolates for white chocolate pieces or even white chocolate chips. International candies: Add popular candies from other countries – think chocolate Pocky sticks from Japan or Kinder chocolates from Germany. S’mores version: Add broken graham cracker pieces, mini dehydrated marshmallows, and chocolate chunks to replicate the classic campfire treat. Health boost: For a slightly healthier twist, incorporate dark chocolate pieces, chocolate-covered fruit candies, or other more nutritious candies. Cereal fun: Add some of your favorite cereals like Cap’n Crunch, Lucky Charms marshmallows, or even Honey Oh’s for a unique twist. STORAGE Candy Salad Storage Airtight containers: To keep moisture out and maintain freshness, use airtight containers to store. Cool, dry place: Store Candy Salad away from direct sunlight to avoid melting or stickiness. Skip the fridge: Refrigeration can cause chocolate to “sweat” or develop a white bloom. It’s perfectly safe to eat, but it’s not nearly as attractive. More No-Bake Dessert Recipes: Pretzel-Peanut Butter Bars with a chocolate topping No-Bake Cookies chocolate and peanut butter Trail Mix made five different ways! Peanut Butter Puppy Chow with peanut butter candies Mint Oreo Truffles using Mint Oreo cookies FOLLOW ALONG! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates, recipes and content. Candy Salad 5 from 1 vote - Review this recipe Candy Salad is a fun mishmash of sweet and salty flavors, featuring standouts like Whoppers, Reese's, and chocolate-covered pretzels. It's the perfect treat for when you're craving a combo of the most iconic candies in one bite or looking for a surefire hit at your next gathering! SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Candy Salad 5 from 1 vote - Review this recipe SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Candy Salad is a fun mishmash of sweet and salty flavors, featuring standouts like Whoppers, Reese's, and chocolate-covered pretzels. It's the perfect treat for when you're craving a combo of the most iconic candies in one bite or looking for a surefire hit at your next gathering! Course Dessert, treat Cuisine American, Vegetarian Keyword candy salad, tiktok candy salad Prep Time 10 minutes minutes Total Time 10 minutes minutes Servings 16 servings Chelsea Lords Author Chelsea Lords Cost $14.12 Ingredients▢ 1 cup Whoppers or other chocolate-malted milk balls▢ 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels, coarsely broken▢ ¾ cup mini Charleston Chews ▢ 1 cup Reese's Cups and pieces (Note 1)▢ 1 bar (4 oz) Hershey's cookies 'n' creme bar, chopped▢ 1 cup KitKat minis▢ 1 cup M&M's (Sugar Cookie or your chosen flavor) InstructionsPREP: 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. ASSEMBLE: In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the candies together.MIX: Gently stir until the candies are combined. Perfect for parties, or just indulging without a care in the world. 🙂 Video Recipe NotesNote 1: Reese's Cups and Pieces: This is a mix of mini Reese's with Reese's pieces. If you can't find it, use equal parts of each or just one or the other! 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 information is not provided since the type of candies used will vary. Plus, do you really want to know?! Nutrition FactsServing: 1serving We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
