Candy Recipes

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    Pastel Almond Bark

    1 review

    Cooks of all ages will find this pretty confection is a snap to prepare. It never fails to take center...


    Cranberry Orange Truffles

    10 reviews

    Homemade truffles are a delicacy my family looks forward to every holiday. We love the combination of tart cranberries and...


    Old-Fashioned Peppermint Taffy

    1 review

    This taffy brings back many memories of my grandmother. I used to help her every Christmas Eve pull this taffy....


    Chocolate Rum Truffles

    2 reviews

    It's hard to eat just one of these chocolaty silky candies. I like to keep some on hand for a...


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    Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

    44 reviews

    Get the kids involved in making these chocolate and peanut buttery treats, well worth the sticky fingers! —Mary Joyce Johnson,...


    Kids’ Sushi

    2 reviews

    I’ve taken these fun mock sushi rolls to picnics and parties and served them at home with an Asian dinner....


    Nutty Sticky Bun Candies

    2 reviews

    Save room on your holiday treat trays for these sweet and salty spirals. Oh, and hide some for yourself, too....


    Mulled Wine Jelly Candies

    2 reviews

    I don’t drink alcohol, so after I’ve had company over for dinner, I have to do something with the leftover...

    Haystack Cookies with Peanut Butter

    9 reviews

    Peanut butter haystacks are one of my favorite desserts. I love to serve them to guests because they marvel at...


    Bacon-Pecan Chocolate Truffles

    1 review

    I love eating these truffles the day after I make them, after the full flavor of the bacon comes through....


    Coconut Almond Candies

    1 review

    I love Christmas candy, and these simple but special chocolates are among my favorites. They're easy to assemble in paper-lined...


    Peanut Butter Coconut Balls

    4 reviews

    This recipe has been a family "secret" for generations. But I think it's too good to keep to ourselves. A...


    Chocolate, Peanut & Pretzel Toffee Crisps

    4 reviews

    My "crispers" are the ultimate combination of salty and sweet. They never last long because—trust me—they're addictive! Make the recipe...


    Cranberry Nut Bark

    4 reviews

    Studded with chunks or cranberries and nuts, this sweet creamy confection is the perfect last-minute gift! It's ready to wrap...


    Lime-in-the-Coconut Almond Bark

    6 reviews

    I love the combination of flavors in this tropical treat, and it takes mere minutes to make. If you need...


    Cranberry Almond Bark

    5 reviews

    The addition of dried cranberries makes this almond bark extra special. It looks impressive but is really quick and easy...


    Candied Flowers

    1 review

    Sugarcoated edible flowers are a quick and easy way to add a little flair to many desserts and serving trays....

    Popcorn Candy Cake

    3 reviews

    This fun cake's made of popcorn. It's sweetened with gumdrops and miniature marshmallows, so kids loves it!—Roberta Uhl, Summerville, Oregon


    Fondant-Filled Candies

    2 reviews

    Meet the Cook: Here's an easy way to make two festive and unique candies from one basic recipe! Half of...


    Homemade Mints

    2 reviews

    David and I hosted a delicious dinner at my parents' house after our outdoor ceremony at a scenic spot. Our...


    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 Cherry Fudge

    1 review

    This chocolate cherry fudge is unique, and festive for the holidays. It's a recipe my husband really enjoys. I've made...


    Simple Macadamia Nut Fudge

    3 reviews

    My aunt now lives in Hawaii, and she keeps our family supplied with fresh pineapples, mangos and macadamia nuts...along with...

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    Martha Washington Candy

    37 reviews

    Passed down by my grandmother and mother, this Martha Washington candy recipe is a cherished family tradition. We've even had...


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    16 Festive Leftover Candy Cane Recipes

    Stuck with a box full of perfectly good candy canes and don't know what to do with them? No worries!...


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    20 Rich and Delicious Chocolate Truffle Recipes

    For a bite-sized treat, there's nothing better than a decadent chocolate truffle. Take a look through our truffle recipes for...