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Candy Salad Recipe: A Sweet and Fun Twist on Fruit Salads


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Candy Salad is a vibrant, no-bake dessert that mixes colorful candies and optional fresh fruit for a fun and festive treat. It’s quick to assemble, customizable, and perfect for parties, potlucks, or movie nights where a playful, sweet twist is welcome.


Ingredients

1 cup Sour Patch Kids Watermelon

1 cup Sour Patch Kids Strawberries

1 cup Gummy Bears

1 cup Sour Brite Crawlers

1 cup Gummy Worms

1 cup SweetTarts Chewy Fusions

1 cup Sour Punch Bites

1 cup Nerds Gummy Clusters

1 cup Starmix

1 cup Candy Straws (cut into 1-inch pieces)

1 cup Sour Streamers (cut into 1-inch pieces)

Optional: 1 cup chopped fresh fruit (watermelon, strawberries, bananas, etc.)


Instructions

  1. Place all candies in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Cut Candy Straws and Sour Streamers into 1-inch pieces and add to the bowl.
  3. If using fruit, chop and add gently to avoid breaking up candies.
  4. Toss everything together until evenly mixed.
  5. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for a cooler treat.

Notes

  • Customize with candies like Swedish Fish, marshmallows, or chocolate bites.
  • Add tropical fruits like mango or pineapple for variation.
  • Use rainbow-colored candy or cereal puffs for more color.
  • Keep fruit and candy separate if prepping ahead.
  • Best enjoyed same day; refrigerate in airtight container for up to 24 hours.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 42g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg