Hersheys Christmas Mice Candy
These delightful no-bake Hersheys Christmas Mice Candy are shaped into tiny chocolate-almond mice with candy eyes, almond ears, red noses, and licorice tails—perfect for holiday gifting and dessert tables!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Chips
- 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Pinch salt
- 36 candy eyes
- 18 whole almonds halved for ears
- 18 red M&M’s or red sprinkles for noses
- 18 licorice strings cut into 2-inch pieces for tails
- parchment paper for shaping surface
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Remove the pan from heat, stir in almond extract and a pinch of salt, then taste and adjust if desired.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and chill for 20–30 minutes until firm but still pliable.
- Use a teaspoon or small scoop to portion the chilled mixture, rolling each into an oval shape with a pointed nose.
- Press two almond halves for ears, place candy eyes, and affix a red M&M or sprinkle at the tip for the nose.
- Gently insert a licorice string into the back of each mouse to form the tail, trimming or bending as needed.
- Melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over the mice for a festive finish, using a fork or piping bag.
- Place the decorated mice back in the fridge for 10–15 minutes until fully set before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to one month. Use dairy-free or gluten-free substitutes to accommodate dietary needs.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcal
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