🍬 Ragtag Candies
Ragtag Candies are simple homemade sweets made by mixing melted chocolate with leftover snacks like nuts, cookies, or dried fruit. The name “ragtag” means you can use whatever bits and pieces you have in the kitchen.
📝 Ingredients (Flexible Recipe)
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk, dark, or semi-sweet)
- 1 cup mixed add-ins such as:
- chopped nuts (peanuts, almonds, walnuts)
- crushed cookies or biscuits
- mini marshmallows
- raisins or dried fruit
- cereal or pretzels
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Melt the Chocolate
Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth.
2️⃣ Add Mix-Ins
Stir in your chosen ingredients.
3️⃣ Drop the Candy
Spoon small clusters onto a tray lined with parchment paper.
4️⃣ Let Them Set
Refrigerate for about 20–30 minutes until firm.
🍫 Variations
- Rocky Road Style: chocolate + marshmallows + peanuts
- Cookie Crunch: chocolate + crushed biscuits
- Nut Lovers: chocolate + mixed roasted nuts
- Holiday Version: add sprinkles or dried cranberries
📊 Approximate Nutrition (per piece)
| Calories | Carbs | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120–150 kcal | 12g | 8g | 2–3g |
💡 Tip: Store ragtag candies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
If you want, I can also share 5 old-fashioned homemade candies people used to make during the holidays. 🍬