CHRISTMAS CANDY TRAIN

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Create a new holiday tradition with this kid-friendly candy train. Mix and match with cookies and Christmas candy you have on hand.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons water
4-1/2 teaspoons meringue powder
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
ASSEMBLY:
12 whole graham crackers
12 chocolate cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies
3 chocolate wafers
Assorted candies, sprinkles and cookies

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, water, meringue powder and cream of tartar; beat on low speed just until combined. Beat on high until stiff peaks form, 4-5 minutes. Cover frosting with a damp cloth between uses., Break three graham crackers in half, forming six squares; if desired, trim side edges with a serrated knife., Fill pastry or plastic bag with icing. Pipe icing on the edges of a whole cracker for train car base. Attach another whole cracker and the halved cracker at right angles to each other, forming two walls of the engine car. Pipe icing along inside and outside edges for added stability. Repeat with second side and back. , Repeat twice, forming two boxcars. Let engine car and box cars stand until set, about 1 hour., Using icing, attach cookies to cars for wheels. For boiler, attach 1 wafer to front of engine. Microwave two wafers on high until softened, 10-15 seconds. Cut with a serrated knife to form a smokestack and cowcatcher. Attach to engine. Let stand until set., Attach peppermint candies to wheels with icing. Decorate cars with icing, assorted candies and sprinkles., Place cars on a covered cake board. Let stand until set. Fill cars with candies and cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Hamzaoy Hamza
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This candy train is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit. It's fun to make and it looks amazing.


dailynn
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This candy train is a great gift idea for Christmas. It's unique and thoughtful, and it's sure to be appreciated.


Daniel Cook
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I've made this candy train several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover candy canes.


Aminul Islam Chowdhury
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This candy train is a great way to use up leftover Christmas candy.


Miss Anu
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I love how customizable this candy train is. You can use any type of candy or cookie that you like.


Bilal Memon
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This candy train is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit. It's fun to make and it looks amazing.


Laird Roger
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I made this candy train for my office Christmas party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Ferdi Bill
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This candy train is a great gift idea for Christmas. It's unique and thoughtful, and it's sure to be appreciated.


Lanyero Hellen
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I love the way this candy train looks. It's so festive and perfect for Christmas.


Uzzal Vaii
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I've made this candy train several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover candy canes.


Rebecca Adams
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This is a great recipe for kids to help with. My kids loved helping me make the candy train, and they were so proud of the finished product.


NIGHT BOLT
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I made this candy train for a Christmas party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Torsu TV
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The candy train turned out so cute! I can't wait to give it to my grandkids for Christmas.


Sayeed Afridi
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this candy train without any problems.


Karen Mammone
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This Christmas candy train is a hit with my family and friends! It's so festive and fun to make, and it always disappears quickly.