This Red, White and Blue Candy is a quick, no-bake treat layered with melty chocolate, colorful candy, and nostalgic crunch. It starts with a smooth base of semi-sweet chocolate (or milk chocolate for a sweeter twist), topped with white chocolate and a playful mix of red, white and blue M&M’s, crushed Oreos, and festive sprinkles. It’s perfect for patriotic holidays like the Fourth of July or Memorial Day, but just as fun to whip up for a party tray, candy board, or a little extra sweet treat anytime.
Whether you’re serving it in patriotic packaging, giving it away as party favors, or breaking it into chunks for your next event, this is the type of dessert that always gets people talking. Red, white and blue bark makes for affordable fun treats packed with sweet, chocolatey nostalgia—like something you'd find in a retro candy store or a patriotic mystery bag.
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- Why You Will Love This Red White and Blue Candy
- Ingredients
- Substitutions and Variations
- How to Make Red White and Blue Candy
- More Recipes You Will Love
- How to Store Red White and Blue Candy
- What to Serve with Red White and Blue Candy
- Top Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions About Red White and Blue Candy
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- Red White and Blue Candy Recipe
We can’t resist a great patriotic dessert. Stock your summer table with treats like our Red, White and Blue Dump Cake, Red, White and Blue Cookies, Patriotic Poke Cupcakes, Red, White and Blue Poke Cake, Red, White and Blue Trifle, Layered Cheesecake, Red, White and Blue Fruit Cups, and Red, White and Blue Fruit Cups. Bonus points if you pair them with a Bomb Pop Cocktail!
Why You Will Love This Red White and Blue Candy
- Festive and Fun: Made with patriotic colors that pop on any table, perfect for the Fourth of July or Memorial Day.
- No Baking Required: Just melt, chill, and enjoy—ideal for a special time when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
- Kid-Friendly Activity: Make great memories for the little helpers and let them sprinkle on their favorite toppings.
- Customizable: Add any of your favorite candies or pick a different color of theme!
- Perfect for Gifting: Break into pieces and wrap in patriotic packaging for a chewy treat that feels like it came from an old-time candy shop.
Ingredients
With just a quick trip to the grocery store, you will be ready to make this simple recipe.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate: I used a mix of semi-sweet and milk chocolate for this recipe, but you can do whatever works best.
- White Chocolate: Whether you have a baking chocolate bar or white chocolate chips
- M&M's: The red, white and blue ones were perfect for a patriotic holiday cookie, but you can use whatever your favorite red, white or blue candies are.
- Oreos: We love the crunch added by the Oreos.
- Sprinkles: To fill in smaller areas.
For this easy recipe, you'll want to have on hand a 10x15" baking sheet, parchment paper, microwave safe bowls, medium saucepan, spatula, offset spatula and a cutting board.
Substitutions and Variations
Love this recipe but want to make it your own? Here are some helpful ideas for you to change this red, white and blue candy.
- Change Up the Chocolate: Skip the semi-sweet and use all milk chocolate for a milder, more kid-friendly flavor; or try all dark chocolate and balance the other goodies.
- Swap M&M’s: Use your favorite different goodies like colored candy stars, chopped sponge candy, or even mini candy bars broken into bits.
- Add a Pop of Crunch: Toss in chopped pretzels or giant peppermint shards for a different texture.
- Try a Swirl Effect: Pour melted white chocolate in ribbons over the dark layer and swirl with a toothpick before chilling.
- Make it Spooky: Make a Halloween version and add orange and black sprinkles, candy corns and googly eyeballs.
- Valentines Version: Make a version for Valentine’s giveaway and use your favorite pink candy, like rock candy, pink M&M’s, or even pink pretzels for a salty/sweet combo.
- Get Nutty: Make a heartier version and use dark chocolate, a variety of nuts, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
How to Make Red White and Blue Candy
Check out how quick and easy it was to make this easy recipe.
Line a 10x15 baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Add chopped chocolate to a medium bowl and place over a saucepan with about 2 inches of water. Bring to a low boil stirring regularly once the chocolate starts to melt. When smooth, carefully transfer chocolate to parchment paper and spread evenly. Cool in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
Repeat for the white chocolate layer, but prior to putting in the fridge, sprinkle with M&M’s, chopped Oreos and sprinkles as desired.
Chill in the fridge until set, about 30 minutes.
Chop or break apart and enjoy.
Hint: Melt your chocolate slowly to prevent seizing; I prefer to use a boil over low heat or a double boiler, but you can use a microwave if you prefer.
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How to Store Red White and Blue Candy
Have a sweet tooth? Save this candy, packed with fun surprise treats, for a little extra joy later!
- Countertop: Once set, place in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks.
- Refrigerator: In an airtight container for 2-3 months.
- Freezer: Alternatively, you can place it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Make Ahead: If using bar chocolate, you can chop them up and place in individual containers, so they are ready to go!
What to Serve with Red White and Blue Candy
- Red, White and Blue Poke Cake: Another layered beauty that’s easy and crowd-pleasing.
- Savory Snacks: Serve alongside some savory snacks to balance the sweet, try our mini cheese balls or bacon wrapped sausage.
- Cocktail Pairings: Add some funky, fun cocktails to pair with a candy board for the ultimate experience with our bazooka Joe shot, sweet tart shot, key lime pie shot, brass monkey, or our Bomb Pop cocktail.
- Strawberry and Blueberry Dump Cake: For a fruity and cozy dessert pairing.
- Lemonade: Tart, sweet, and just right with chocolate. We have a strawberry lemonade that pairs well too.
Top Tips
Here are some of our best tips to help you make the best patriotic candy.
- Use Parchment Paper: This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
- Chill Between Layers: Cooling the base layer keeps colors and textures clean and defined.
- Sprinkle While Wet: Add toppings right after spreading the white chocolate so they stick. Larger pieces can be lightly pressed into the chocolate layer, but the smaller ones should stick well on their own.
- Cutting Tips: Use a sharp knife to create even or strategic chunks or snap into rustic pieces by hand.
Frequently Asked Questions About Red White and Blue Candy
Do you have questions about making our making patriotic candy?
Yes! It stores beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for several days.
Absolutely. Use a larger sheet pan or two 10x15 pans and split the layers evenly.
Choose quality white chocolate chips or bars that melt smoothly. Avoid candy melts if you want a creamy finish.
You can! Heat the chocolate in 20-second bursts, stirring between each until melted.
Arrange the pieces on a platter or break them into bags for party favors with a fun, patriotic holiday vibe.
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Red White and Blue Candy Recipe
Ingredients
- 18 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (I used a mix of milk and semi-sweet)
- 12 ounces white chocolate
- ¼ cup M&M’s or more
- 6 Oreos roughly chopped
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a 10x15 baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Add semi-sweet chocolate to a medium bowl and place over a saucepan with about 2 inches of water. Bring to a low boil stirring regularly once the chocolate starts to melt. When smooth, carefully transfer chocolate to parchment paper and spread evenly. Cool in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Repeat for the white chocolate layer, but prior to putting in the fridge, sprinkle with M&M’s, chopped Oreos and sprinkles as desired.
- Chill in the fridge until set, about 30 minutes.
- Chop into individual pieces and enjoy.
Notes
- Melt your chocolate slowly to prevent seizing; I prefer to use a boil over low heat or a double boiler, but you can use a microwave if you prefer.
- Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
- Cooling the base layer keeps colors and textures clean and defined.
- Add toppings right after spreading the white chocolate so they stick. Larger pieces can be lightly pressed into the chocolate layer, but the smaller ones should stick well on their own.
- Use a sharp knife to create even or strategic chunks or snap into rustic pieces by hand.
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