Candy Recipes

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    Caramel Pretzel Bites

    39 Reviews

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


    Neapolitan Fudge

    15 Reviews

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


    Sweet & Salty Truffle Pie

    6 Reviews

    Homemade truffles—a little bit sweet and a little bit salty—will keep you coming back for more. Store extra truffles in...


    Lemon Bark

    1 Reviews

    This lemon bark pairs glossy white chocolate with crushed lemon candy for citrusy bites that come together in a snap.


    Chocolate Peanut Drops

    6 Reviews

    This is a recipe that I got from a friend, who got it from her sister, and between the three...


    Christmas Fudge

    27 Reviews

    Christmas fudge will be the richest and most decadent treat you’ll make this holiday season. Set the squares out on...


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    Mackinac Fudge

    37 Reviews

    Mackinac fudge, a beloved treat from Michigan's Mackinac Island, offers a rich, creamy texture and delightful sweetness. Follow this recipe...


    Candy “Onion” Rings

    2 Reviews

    Fool even the most seasoned foodie with this basket of “onion” rings. Graham cracker crumbs coat Twizzlers to create the...

    Chocolate Cherry Truffles

    6 Reviews

    My cherry truffles were the delicious result of a kitchen experiment involving a bottle of kirsch I’d received as a...


    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...


    Macadamia-Coconut Candy Clusters

    1 Reviews

    These are super easy to make. They are ideal for bake sales, teacher gifts or candy platters. They are a...


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    Pecan Pralines

    3 Reviews

    These pecan pralines melt in your mouth and deliver buttery and sweet flavors. They are a hybrid cookie-candy...


    Chocolate Butterscotch Haystacks

    13 Reviews

    These chocolate haystack cookies are classic and couldn't be simpler to make. They're delightfully crunchy and made with just three...


    Rocky Road Fudge

    11 Reviews

    Every bite of rocky road fudge has salty peanuts, pockets of chewy marshmallows and smooth, creamy chocolate.


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    Divinity Candy

    15 Reviews

    Like fluffy clouds from up on high, divinity candy truly earns its heavenly moniker.


    Bird Nests

    9 Reviews

    This is a fun, kid-friendly recipe I pulled together a few years ago. My kids love helping me make these....


    Mint-Frosted Chocolate Cake

    5 Reviews

    I often make a peanut butter version of this cake but wanted to switch things up by introducing a new...

    Crunchy Chocolate Mint Balls

    6 Reviews

    Get a jump on the holidays by making these four-ingredient truffles and tucking them away in the freezer to save...


    Bacon-Pecan Chocolate Truffles

    1 Reviews

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


    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...


    Deep-Fried Candy Bars on a Stick

    3 Reviews

    Why wait in line at the state fair for deep-fried candy bars when you can satisfy your curious taste buds...


    Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge

    8 Reviews

    Something about the combination of dark chocolate and raspberry is just so addicting. This fudge makes a heartfelt homemade gift,...


    Beer and Pretzel Caramels

    3 Reviews

    Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will...

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    Saltine Toffee

    79 Reviews

    Gear up for holiday gifting by mixing up a batch of saltine toffee and topping it with any kind of...


    Amaretto Cream Truffles

    10 Reviews

    The velvety texture of the almond filling with the sensational chocolate coating make these truffles truly heavenly. I like to...


    Marvelous Maple Fudge

    25 Reviews

    Use this delicious, easy recipe for potlucks, large family gatherings or bake sales. Line your pan with foil to make...


    Creamy Orange Caramels

    3 Reviews

    Each Christmas I teach myself a new candy recipe. Last year I started with my caramel recipe and added a...


    Monster Cookies

    28 Reviews

    Who can resist gigantic monster cookies chock-full of goodies like chocolate chips, M&M's and peanut butter? If your appetite isn't...


    Peppermint Marshmallows

    2 Reviews

    Our springy peppermint marshmallows will add festive flavor to every mug of cocoa this holiday season.