Sweet Harmony Crunch: The Magic of Homemade Nougat
Indulge in this easy homemade nougat, with a perfect blend of crunchy peanuts, nutty sesame seeds, chewy dried mango, and tangy cranberries. All wrapped up in a soft, marshmallow base, this delightful treat is perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding a special touch to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 bars or squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g (3 cups) peanuts
- 50 g (1/4 cup) black sesame seeds
- 10 g (2 tsp) white sesame seeds
- 2 pieces dried mango, chopped
- 1 handful dried cranberries
- 200 g (7 oz) marshmallows
- 100 g (1 cup) milk powder
Instructions
- Toast the Crunch: In a dry pan, lightly toast the peanuts, black sesame seeds, and white sesame seeds over medium heat until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- Melt the Base: In a large nonstick pan, add the marshmallows and heat on low until they begin to melt, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Mix in the Milk Powder: Gradually stir in the milk powder into the melted marshmallows. Mix until smooth and fully combined into a thick, sticky paste.
- Add the Crunchy and Chewy Ingredients: Add the toasted peanuts and sesame seeds to the marshmallow mixture. Quickly fold in the chopped dried mango and cranberries.
- Shape the Nougat: Transfer the nougat mixture to a parchment-lined tray. Press it down evenly into a 1-inch thick slab using the back of a spoon or another sheet of parchment paper.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the nougat to cool completely at room temperature. Once set, slice into bars or squares and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Make sure the marshmallows are fully melted and smooth before adding the milk powder to ensure the nougat mixture is smooth.
- Be careful when folding in the crunchy ingredients—try to keep the mixture light to preserve the texture.
- For variation, you can add different dried fruits like apricots or raisins, or even drizzle some chocolate over the top.
- Store the nougat in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.