PEPPERMINT STICK DESSERT

Peppermint Stick Dessert image

What shall you do with all those candy canes? Here's the perfect solution that makes a delightful salad and is attractive on the table. Even the children love it (since it is made with candy!!).

Provided by MARY LEE

Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes

Time P1DT10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cups miniature marshmallows
⅔ cup chopped pecans
1 cup coarsely chopped peppermint candy canes

Steps:

Butter one 9x13 inch dish.
Place 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs in bottom of dish.
Mix together the whipped topping, marshmallows, pecans and peppermint candy.
Sprinkle remaining crumbs on top; garnish with any additional crushed candy. Refrigerate 24 hours before serving to allow the candy to dissolve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.4 calories, Carbohydrate 85.8 g, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 173.1 mg, Sugar 39.4 g