Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds (Print-Friendly)

Whimsical no-bake candy cane sleds with chocolate bars, pretzel antlers, and candy eyes for festive holiday fun.

# What You'll 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 pretzels (twisted shape, for antlers)
05 - 8 red chocolate candies (such as M&Ms, for Rudolph’s nose)
06 - ½ cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for adhesive)

# How To Make It:

01 - Line a tray with parchment paper to assemble the candy sleds.
02 - Melt white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 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 secure using melted white chocolate. Hold in place until set.
05 - Dip the bottom of two mini pretzels in melted chocolate and affix to the top of the chocolate bar as antlers.
06 - Attach two candy eyes and a red chocolate candy to the front of the chocolate bar using melted chocolate to form Rudolph’s face.
07 - Allow the sleds to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the chocolate hardens.
08 - Carefully transfer completed sleds to a serving platter or package in gift bags.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No bake needed
  • Perfect for kids parties and gifts
02 -
  • Substitute dark chocolate for a richer flavor or use gluten-free pretzels if needed
  • Kids can help with assembly (adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate)
03 -
  • For extra decoration, drizzle sleds with colored icing or sprinkle with edible glitter
  • Hold candy canes firmly while attaching chocolate bars to prevent slipping
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