These Red, White & Blue Fireworks Treats are a little bit salty, a little bit sweet, and a whole lot of fun for 4th of July!
I took a look at my summer calendar the other day….and let’s just say I’m still trying to talk myself down off the ledge. Yikes! It is FULL! So much fuller than I realized. But I guess that’s how summer goes, right? You plan one fun thing after another….until suddenly your summer doesn’t feel so fun anymore!? HA! Kidding….(sort of).
Seriously, though. Three family trips, a few visits with long lost friends, countless birthdays, play dates, sleepovers, and a way-too-long bucket list that the kids will NOT let me forget….I can’t help but wonder what was I thinking. It all sounded fun at the time, I’m sure of it. But it’s enough to make you feel like you’re losing your mind! (In a fun way, of course….)
And then there’s the 4th of July – the one and only summer holiday. Anyone who knows us knows that we do holidays right….and the 4th is no different. Parade, cookout, water balloons, family, friends, fireworks. No matter how busy our summer might be, we do NOT skimp on 4th of July fun. Right down to the treats!
I’ve had the idea for these Red, White & Blue Fireworks Treats in my head for a while now….partly just because I love these white chocolate clusters so much and haven’t had them since Christmas….and partly because I just knew they’d be the perfect {easy} little treats for the 4th. And I have to say – I LOVE how they turned out! Right down to the sprinkles on top. And you know what? They already have me excited for the 4th! Now we just need to check approximately 27 other things off our list before we get there…but who’s counting?
Red, White & Blue Fireworks Treats & Giveaway!
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 c. chow mein noodles
- 2 1/2 c. salted cocktail peanuts
- red white & blue Wilton Candy Melts (one bag each)
- red white & blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine chow mein noodles and peanuts in a large bowl.
- Divide into thirds.
- Using one color of chocolate at a time, melt chocolate over low heat and stir into 1/3 of chow mein/peanut mixture.
- Drop by tablespoonful onto wax paper; sprinkle immediately with colored sprinkles.
Speaking of things that have me excited for summer, I’m SO excited to be joining my friend Julie in celebrating the opening of her new online store, Drops of Sunshine. And to kick it off, she’s hosting a GIVEAWAY! So today’s your lucky day….because not only do you get the recipe for these yummy Red, White & Blue Fireworks Treats, but you get the chance to win all of this:
Just enter below….and feel free to check out her store! Just be prepared to open your wallet, because if you’re anything like me, you’re going to want EVERYTHING!
Vivian | stayaliveandcooking says
Oof, sounds like a very full calendar indeed….. Better take a deep breath and remember to relax, too! Summer is meant to be enjoyed 😉 Anyways, love the way this looks! SO cute! Red-white-blue is actually the colour of the Dutch flag, so I can still use this… hehe!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
LOVE This adorable recipe! Thanks so much for helping me celebrate!
Stephanie says
I love chow mein noodle candy and these look perfect for July 4th!
JaneEllen says
Altho they look so good they almost have to be fattening, just might have to make these luscious looking fireworks goodies.
Looks like great treat to keep around for company, not for me of course, am on diet. Thx for sharing.
Happy weekend
Jenice says
The bars sound incredible, my granddaughter will love them!
marcie says
I grew up on these and love them! The colors are so fun!
Love Bakes Good Cakes says
What a fun treat for the 4th!!
Glynda Janz says
Love quick and easy during the busiest times of our summer! Thanks for sharing! I can’t wait to make these. Enjoy the summer!