Peppermint stick dessert

"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!!). Original recipe yield: 8 servings."
Recipe by: morel

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Preparation Time:

20 Min

Serves:

Difficulty:

Easy

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Main Ingredients:

2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cups miniature marshmallows
2/3 cup chopped pecans
1 cup coarsely chopped peppermint candy canes

Cooking Preparation of the Recipe:

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.