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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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 it doesn't take long for a big batch to disappear. —Linda First, Hinsdale, Illinois

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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...


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...


Neapolitan Fudge

71 reviews

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


Cherry Kiss Cookies

40 reviews

Topped with a chocolate kiss, these cherry-flavored cookies look super cute on a dessert tray. Share them with family and...

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

10 reviews

If you want to still enjoy one of these soft, chocolate chip peanut butter cup cookies the day after you...


Quick Chocolate Chip Cookie Pops

1 review

My family prefers milk chocolate to dark or semisweet chocolate, so I created this recipe. Baking the pops on a...

Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

5 reviews

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


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Cream-Filled Chocolate Supreme Muffins

Because of her reputation for yummy things, Mom used to sell muffins at my dad's workplace. Among my favorites were...


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Famous Chocolate Cupcakes

We could tell you this is the best chocolate cupcake you will ever try, or you could serve it at...


Chocolate-Dipped Beverage Spoons

1 review

These make a cute gift when wrapped individually in cellophane, tied with colorful ribbon and displayed in a Christmas mug....

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Filled Chocolate Spritz

I like how the creamy mint filling peeks through between the layers of these sandwich cookies. A chocolate drizzle on...


Chocolate-Dipped Spritz

5 reviews

Some of my sisters and I get together for a weekend during the holidays to do nothing but bake cookies....


French Christmas Cookies

86 reviews

These moist treats will have everyone reaching for more. Folks tell me they enjoy these French Christmas cookies. In fact,...


Easy Mint Thins

3 reviews

My friends often try to guess the ingredients, but I never tell them how simple they are to make. They...


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...

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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...


Chocolate Malted Cookies

49 reviews

These cookies are the next best thing to a good old-fashioned malted milk. With malted milk powder, chocolate syrup, and...


S’more Pops

2 reviews

My daughters and I came up with this treat when planning a candy-making party. The pops also make adorable hostess...


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...


Chocolaty Peanut Clusters

30 reviews

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


Chocolate Caramel Wafers

8 reviews

To keep my holiday cooking quick, I've come to rely on fast recipes like this one. The crunchy-chewy tidbits are...


I Want S’more Muffins

22 reviews

The s'more flavors in these fun muffins with marshmallow creme in the middle are sure to bring back fond childhood...


Chocolate-Coated Pretzels

5 reviews

These pretty pretzels are simple to make and are great gifts any time of the year. —Virginia Chronic, Robinson, Illinois


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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Chocolate Peanut Clusters

6 reviews

There are a few recipes I absolutely have to pull out every Christmas, and this is one of them. The...


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Mini S’mores

13 reviews

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


Strawberry Truffles

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


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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...


Double Chocolate Truffles

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


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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...