Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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Old-Time Butter Crunch Candy

4 reviews

Both my children and my grandchildren say the season wouldn't be the same without the big tray of candies and cookies I prepare. This one's the most popular part of that collection. We love the nutty pieces draped in chocolate. —Mildred Duffy, Bella Vista, Arkansas

Chocolate Nut Fudge

3 reviews

This old-fashioned silky smooth fudge that's dotted with just the right amount of nuts is sure to appeal to sweet...


Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

5 reviews

I've given these delectable candies with a nutty surprise inside to teachers and friends. —Debra Pedrazzi, Ayer, Massachusetts


Chocolaty Peanut Clusters

28 reviews

I turn to my slow cooker to prepare these convenient chocolate treats. Making candies couldn't be any easier! —Pam Posey,...


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Homemade Turtle Candies

8 reviews

I am a self-taught candy maker through trial and error. This turtle candy recipe is a favorite of friends and...

Homemade Candy Bars

6 reviews

Reports Karen Grant of Tulare, California, "I enter these treats, which are similar to Kit Kat bars, at the fair...


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Mini S’mores

11 reviews

Want to sink your teeth into s’mores all year long? Here’s the answer! Just combine marshmallow creme, chocolate and graham...

Chocolate Caramel Candy

94 reviews

This dazzling treat tastes like a homemade Snickers bar and has flavor beyond compare. When I entered it in a...


Chocolate Marshmallow Peanut Butter Squares

3 reviews

I combined a couple of recipes to create these crunchy, chocolaty peanut butter marshmallow bars that burst with flavor. The...


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Aunt Rose’s Fantastic Butter Toffee

14 reviews

I don't live in the country, but I love everything about it—especially good old-fashioned home cooking! Every year, you'll find...


My Christmas Fudge

25 reviews

This fudge is virtually foolproof and so creamy you won't believe it. I've searched for years for the richest fudge,...

Mamie Eisenhower’s Fudge

21 reviews

My mother came across this fudge recipe in a newspaper some 40 years ago. One taste and you'll see why...


Neapolitan Fudge

71 reviews

If you like Neapolitan ice cream, you will devour my fudge version of the vanilla, strawberry and chocolate favorite. It...


Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

2 reviews

"My daughter won first place in a contest with this candy, which I make at Christmas time. It melts in...


Strawberry Truffles

The ever-popular combination of strawberries and chocolate shines in these rich, decadent strawberry truffles. I often double the recipe to...


Angel Food Christmas Candy

9 reviews

It was my dad who inspired me to first try making this candy. He remembered it from when he was...

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Three-Chocolate Fudge

42 reviews

I make this fudge at Christmastime to give to friends and neighbors. That tradition started years ago when I made...


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Chocolate Billionaires

42 reviews

Everyone raves about these chocolate and caramel candies. I received the recipe from a friend while living in Texas. When...


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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

114 reviews

I like using pretty mini muffin liners and topping these homemade peanut butter cups with colored sprinkles to coordinate with...


Double Chocolate Truffles

Here's a delicious holiday treat that's very rich and chocolaty. —Ruth Gordon, Lakewood, New York


Double Chocolate Walnut Fudge

6 reviews

Anyone who's fond of chocolate will like this smooth, nutty fudge twice as much. I enjoy making several batches when...