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    Sweet & Salty Truffle Pie

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


    Party Mint Patties

    These easy-to-make mint candies are perfect for any occasion throughout the year. Simply tint the dough the appropriate color. Friends...


    Raspberry Truffles

    As everyone in my neighborhood knows, Christmas is my very favorite time of year. I make many cookies, cakes and...


    Candy-Licious Fudge

    A no-fuss fudge prepared in the microwave that tastes like a candy bar? It sounds too good to be true,...


    No-Fail Fudge

    Our family is very active in our county fair. This fudge was the only fair entry not to melt in...


    Coconut Chocolate-Covered Cherries

    A friend gave me this recipe because she knew how much I like chocolate-covered cherries. Coconut and nuts make this...


    Wonderful Candies Two Ways

    Every Christmas I give plates of candy to family, friends and co-workers. It's one thing everyone looks forward to, and...


    Banana Cream Chocolate Truffles

    This truffle recipe was created from ripe bananas and my imagination, and the outcome blew my family and friends away!...

    Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

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


    Chocolate Pretzel Rings

    If you like chocolate-covered pretzels, you'll love these simple snacks. They're fun to make any time of year because you...


    Chocolate Caramel Cracker Bars

    Make them on Saturday and they'll be gone by Monday! These chocolate and caramel bars with a cracker crust are...


    Truffle Cherries

    Chocolate is popular at our house, especially during the holidays, so these double chocolate gems never last long! —Anne Drouin,...


    Pecan Caramel Clusters

    A box of this mouthwatering homemade candy does an outstanding job of showing your affection on Valentine’s Day or any...


    Crunchy Chocolate Mint Balls

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


    Fudge-Topped Brownies

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


    Triple-Nut Candy

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


    Neapolitan Fudge

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

    Coffee Shop Fudge

    This coffee fudge recipe is one that my son, Jackson, and I worked on together. After several efforts, we decided...


    Mint-Frosted Chocolate Cake

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


    Black Cherry Swirl Fudge

    This colorful treat is sure to satisfy the sweetest tooth in any family! It's always been a favorite with my...


    Cashew Clusters

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


    Chocolate Peanut Sweeties

    Inspired by my passion for peanut butter and chocolate, I combined a trusted recipe for peanut butter eggs with the...


    Toffee Peanut Clusters

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

    Creme de Menthe Truffles

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


    Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge

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


    Cream Cheese Bonbons

    These pretty coconut-speckled candies are rolled in grated chocolate, but you could also coat them in finely chopped nuts, chocolate...


    Caramel Pretzel Bites

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


    Cappuccino Truffles

    The dark chocolate, mocha and cinnamon is a delectable combination. Smooth and rich, I could eat them all in one...


    Bacon-Pecan Chocolate Truffles

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