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    Almost a Candy Bar

    22 reviews

    Says Barb Wyman from her kitchen in Hankinson, North Dakota: "Because I love candy bars and marshmallows, this recipe was...


    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...


    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...


    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...


    Caramel Pretzel Bites

    40 reviews

    I created this recipe wanting to make my own version of a popular candy store pretzel log dipped in caramel,...


    Chocolate-Covered Almond Butter Brickle

    1 review

    I love a soft brittle because the texture is wonderful and different. The flavors in this one remind me of...


    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...

    Easy Chocolate Clusters

    2 reviews

    You can use this simple recipe to make a big batch of chocolate candy without a lot of fuss. I've...


    Toffee Peanut Clusters

    16 reviews

    Joy Dulaney sends in this delightful recipe from Highland Village, Texas. “These are a favorite among all my family and...


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

    5 reviews

    "It's a tradition for my sister and me to bring these chocolaty confections to functions and family gatherings," notes Rhonda...


    Sweet Tooth Treats

    3 reviews

    I remember Mom would have these yummy snacks waiting for us kids when we got home from school. Now I...


    Licorice Caramel Candy

    3 reviews

    These delicious treats are a fun cross between caramels and licorice. I always get compliments on them, especially from those...


    Fudge-Topped Brownies

    6 reviews

    If you love brownies and fudge, why not combine the two? Mix up a pan of these exquisite brownies for...


    Triple-Nut Candy

    2 reviews

    I've been making homemade candy for years. Family and friends look forward to this caramel and nut sweet treat each...


    Cashew Clusters

    4 reviews

    I make this recipe for many bake sales at the local community college where I work. They are always the...


    Caramel Cashew Clusters

    9 reviews

    Several years ago, a co-worker came across candies like these in a store and asked if I could make them....

    Chocolate Caramels

    6 reviews

    When I was growing up, my mom made these delicious candies every Christmas. They were my favorite then and still...


    Chocolate Pizza

    3 reviews

    "People who love chocolate will enjoy this delightfully sweet confection," says Janet Smith of Sunnyvale, California.


    Caramel Cookie Candy

    5 reviews

    These homemade candy bars combine a smooth, silky caramel over a delicate vanilla cookie. When you set a plate of...


    Creme de Menthe Truffles

    2 reviews

    I found this in a box of recipe clippings and decided to give them a whirl. I'm so glad I...


    Layered Mint Fudge

    24 reviews

    "I make this festive fudge year-round, but especially at Christmastime," writes Denise Hanson of Anoka, Minnesota. "I've brought it to...


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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...