5 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Making Candy From Scratch
Who doesn't love a batch of homemade fudge? While it does take some finessing to get right, don't let potential candy-making mistakes stand in your way of delicious treats. We'll walk you through the most common errors and tell you how to fix them.
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Caramel
Become a caramel making pro in no time! Just avoid these caramel mistakes to make the perfect caramel candy or...
16 Homemade Caramel Candy Recipes
So much better than store-bought candies, these homemade caramel candy recipes make special treats during the holidays or any time...
The Difference Between Caramel, Butterscotch and Toffee
Curious about the difference between these sticky treats? A professional pastry chef explains all.
Pecan Caramel Clusters
A box of this mouthwatering homemade candy does an outstanding job of showing your affection on Valentine’s Day or any...
Pecan Caramels
I altered the original recipe for these creamy caramels by substituting condensed milk for part of the whipping cream and...
Chocolate Caramels
When I was growing up, my mom made these delicious candies every Christmas. They were my favorite then and still...
Walnut Caramels
My grandmother was the queen of care packages. The Christmas season didn't start until the mail carrier arrived with her...
Coconut Caramels
When I had an abundance of coconut milk, I came up with the idea of using it to flavor homemade...
Chocolate Caramel Turkey Legs
Mention turkey legs made of pretzels and chocolate, and the kids come running. Let them help by unwrapping caramels for...
Caramel Nougat Candy
With crunchy peanuts, gooey caramel and fluffy marshmallow creme, these sweet sensations taste just like one of my favorite candy...
Caramel Pecans
"Make a pot of coffee or fix a drink, this takes a while! It's worth it though-this recipe is a...
Chocolate-Caramel Candy Bars
Store-bought candy can’t compare to irresistible, chewy nougat topped with a thick layer of caramel and covered in chocolate. For...
Pecan Caramel Candies
Salty and sweet, these candies are the perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the...
Creamy Soft Caramels
Rich, creamy, smooth, soft...those are just a few reasons to love these old-fashioned caramels. Purchased caramels just can't compare.—Sharon Struthers,...
Licorice Caramel Candy
These delicious treats are a fun cross between caramels and licorice. I always get compliments on them, especially from those...
Easy Microwave Caramels
These caramels were "homework" for a candy-making class that I took some time ago...and I've repeated that assignment over and...
Old-Fashioned Caramels
Before I was married, my future father-in-law would fix these creamy caramels at Christmas and send me some. The recipe...
Caramel Marshmallow Delights
"Our children like to take these sweet and chewy treats to school to share on their birthday," reports Susan Kerr...
Beer and Pretzel Caramels
Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will...
Caramel Lollipops
These pops offer a fun and unique way to enjoy the sweet, toasty flavor of homemade caramel. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee,...
Chocolate Caramel Cracker Bars
Make them on Saturday and they'll be gone by Monday! These chocolate and caramel bars with a cracker crust are...
Creamy Orange Caramels
Each Christmas I teach myself a new candy recipe. Last year I started with my caramel recipe and added a...
Honey Caramels
I love whipping up a batch of homemade honey-sweetened caramels for my family and friends. Sometimes I replace the walnuts...
Caramel Cookie Candy
These homemade candy bars combine a smooth, silky caramel over a delicate vanilla cookie. When you set a plate of...
Caramel Pretzel Sticks
Homemade caramel, smooth almond bark and chopped nuts make these pretzel rods sinfully delicious. This treat is always a huge...
Caramel Truffles
These caramel truffles disappear as fast as I can make them. The five-ingredient microwave recipe is easy and fun to...
Caramel Cashew Clusters
Several years ago, a co-worker came across candies like these in a store and asked if I could make them....
Caramel Marshmallow Treats
I created this candy by combining my husband's favorite cookie recipe and my mom's caramel dip. These sweets really appeal...
Licorice Caramels
Fans of black licorice won't be able to stop eating these gooey caramels. I appreciate their ease of preparation. —Donna...
Soft Chewy Caramels
One of my first experiences with cooking was helping my mother make these caramels. We'd make up to 12 batches...
