Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds

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These delightful Rudolph candy cane sleds bring holiday spirit to your gatherings with a no-bake, easy-to-assemble treat. Using mini candy canes as runners and a chocolate bar for the base, they are decorated with candy eyes, pretzels shaped as antlers, and a bright red candy nose. Melted white chocolate binds each component, setting quickly for a fun and festive finish. Great for kids’ parties or edible gifts, these sleds require minimal prep and no baking, making them a perfect sweet project during the holidays.

Updated on Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:13:00 GMT
Festive Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds, a sweet, no-bake holiday treat, detailed with candy eyes and red nose. Save to Pinterest
Festive Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds, a sweet, no-bake holiday treat, detailed with candy eyes and red nose. | citrusfern.com

Festive, fun, and delightfully sweet, these no-bake Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds are a whimsical holiday treat perfect for kids parties or edible gifts.

Kids can help with assembly (adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate).

Ingredients

  • Candy Base: 16 mini candy canes, 8 mini chocolate bars (e.g. Kit Kat, Milky Way, or similar)
  • Decorations: 16 small candy eyes, 8 mini pretzels (twisted shape, for antlers), 8 red chocolate candies (such as M&Ms, for Rudolphs nose), 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for glue)

Instructions

Step 1:
Line a tray with parchment paper for assembly.
Step 2:
Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
Step 3:
Arrange two mini candy canes parallel to each other, curved sides facing outward, to form the sleds runners.
Step 4:
Place a mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners, adhering with melted white chocolate. Hold for a few seconds until set.
Step 5:
While the sled base sets, dip the bottom of two mini pretzels in melted chocolate and attach to the top of the chocolate bar as antlers.
Step 6:
Attach two candy eyes and a red chocolate candy (nose) to the front of the bar using melted chocolate to form Rudolphs face.
Step 7:
Allow the sleds to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the chocolate hardens.
Step 8:
Carefully transfer finished sleds to a serving platter or gift bags.
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Kids can help with assembly (adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate).

Required Tools

Microwave-safe bowl, parchment paper, small spatula or spoon

Allergen Information

Contains milk, wheat, soy, and may contain nuts depending on candy selection. Check all packaging for potential allergens if serving to those with sensitivities.

Nutritional Information

Calories 180, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 29 g, Protein 2 g (per sled)

Homemade Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds assembled with mini candy canes, chocolate, and pretzel antlers, ready to eat. Save to Pinterest
Homemade Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds assembled with mini candy canes, chocolate, and pretzel antlers, ready to eat. | citrusfern.com

These festive sleds add a fun, creative touch to holiday celebrations.

Recipe FAQs

How do you assemble the candy cane sled runners?

Arrange two mini candy canes parallel with curved sides facing outward to form sled runners, then place a mini chocolate bar across as the base.

What is used to hold the pieces together?

Melted white chocolate or candy melts act as a glue to adhere the candy canes, chocolate bars, pretzels, and decorations.

Can these sleds be made in advance?

Yes, once assembled and set, they can be stored at room temperature or refrigerated briefly before serving.

What can be substituted for the pretzel antlers?

Other small twisted snacks or gluten-free pretzels can be used as alternatives for the antlers.

Are there any allergen concerns to keep in mind?

These treats contain milk, wheat, soy, and possibly nuts depending on candy choices, so check packaging for allergens.

Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds

Sweet candy cane sleds with chocolate bars and festive decorations, ideal for holiday treats and gatherings.

Prep Time
20 minutes
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Overall Time
20 minutes
Recipe by Citrus Fern Wyatt Palmer


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 8 Portions

Diet Preferences Vegetarian-Friendly

What You Need

Candy Base

01 16 mini candy canes
02 8 mini chocolate bars (e.g., Kit Kat, Milky Way, or similar)

Decorations

01 16 small candy eyes
02 8 mini twisted pretzels (for antlers)
03 8 red chocolate candies (such as M&Ms, for Rudolph’s nose)
04 ½ cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for adhesive)

Steps

Step 01

Prepare assembly area: Line a tray with parchment paper to assemble the sleds.

Step 02

Melt adhesive: Melt white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 03

Form sled runners: Arrange two mini candy canes parallel with curved sides outward to form the sled runners.

Step 04

Attach sled base: Position a mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners and adhere with melted white chocolate, holding briefly until set.

Step 05

Add antlers: Dip the bottom of two mini twisted pretzels in melted chocolate and attach them to the top of the chocolate bar as antlers.

Step 06

Create Rudolph’s face: Affix two candy eyes and a red chocolate candy to the front of the bar using melted white chocolate to form the face.

Step 07

Set the sleds: Allow the sleds to set at room temperature or chill briefly until the chocolate hardens.

Step 08

Serve or gift: Carefully transfer finished sleds to a serving platter or package for gifting.

Tools Needed

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Small spatula or spoon

Allergy Details

Always review every ingredient for possible allergens. If unsure, chat with your healthcare provider first.
  • Contains milk, wheat, soy; may contain nuts depending on candy choice.

Nutrition Info (per serving)

Details provided to help guide you. For health decisions, speak with a professional.
  • Energy (kcal): 180
  • Fat Content: 7 grams
  • Carbohydrate: 29 grams
  • Proteins: 2 grams