Candy Recipes

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    Chocolate Caramel Apples

    Caramel apples get dressed up for this harvesttime holiday with chocolate, nuts and toffee bits. Cut into wedges, these scrumptious...


    Butterscotch Fudge

    When only a decadent treat will do, give this butterscotch fudge a try. It offers a nice change of pace...


    Cranberry Walnut White Fudge

    A visit to several Oregon cranberry farms inspired my unusual fruit-flavored white fudge. I make it for family and friends...


    Maine Potato Candy

    Years ago, folks in Maine ate potatoes every day and used leftovers in bread, doughnuts and even candy. This chocolate...


    Coconut Joys

    If you like coconut, you’ll love these no-bake, no-fuss sweets. They are cute as can be and make a satisfying...


    Old-Fashioned Lollipops

    Kids of all ages will savor these fun fruity lollipops. I received the recipe from my sister-in-law years ago. We...


    Jellied Cranberry Nut Candies

    Even before they've licked the last bit of sugar off their fingers, folks are asking for more of this blue-ribbon...


    Holly Butter Mints

    A merrier melt-in-your-mouth sweet than this butter-mint holly would be hard to find! It's inexpensive to make, looks so lovely...

    Chocolate Marshmallow Candy Squares

    Children of all ages will enjoy these tall squares of marshmallow and peanut packed candies.—Mrs. Kris Lehman, Jackson, Tennessee


    Macadamia Fudge

    There are few recipes I just have to pull out every holiday season, but this fudge is one. It couldn't...


    Licorice Caramels

    Fans of black licorice won't be able to stop eating these gooey caramels. I appreciate their ease of preparation. —Donna...


    Fudgy Buttons

    Not all of Grandma's recipes are time-consuming--her fast fudge proves it! She stirred up a batch for us grandkids every...


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    Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme

    With only five ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, creamy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow creme is one of...


    Orange Chocolate Meltaways

    The terrific combination of chocolate and orange makes these some of the best truffles I've ever had. As holiday gifts,...


    Chocolate Caramel Candy

    Similar to a Snickers bar—but better—this homemade chocolate caramel candy will scratch your itch for a chewy, chocolaty, caramel, peanut...


    Hazelnut Toffee

    The Willamette Valley produces a lot of hazelnuts, so this recipe truly represents our neck of the woods. I always...


    Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods

    Kids of all ages enjoy making and eating these fun treats. The decorated pretzels are a pretty gift in a...

    Old-Fashioned Caramels

    Before I was married, my future father-in-law would fix these creamy caramels at Christmas and send me some. The recipe...


    Hard Candy

    Create unique flavors and colors with homemade hard candy. This recipe makes it simple to make your own candy for...


    Butter Mints

    Looking for a butter mints recipe that’s simple and sweet?


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    Old-Time Butter Crunch Candy

    Both my children and my grandchildren say the season wouldn't be the same without the big tray of candies and...



    Candy Cane Reindeer

    These edible candy cane reindeer are a fun holiday activity to do with kids. They’re also fantastic for dressing up...

    Gumdrop Fudge

    Making candy is one of my favorite things to do during the holidays. This sweet white fudge is as easy...


    Peppermint Pretzel Dippers

    A friend made these treats and gave them away in pretty canning jars. The combination of sweet, salty and peppermint...


    Martian Marshmallows

    Wrap leftovers in cellophane and hand them out as favors-if they haven't all disappeared by the end of the party.—Teri...


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    Mackinac Fudge

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


    Lemon Bark

    I wasn't a fan of white chocolate until I made this candy. It's tangy, sweet and creamy all at the...


    Chocolate Caramels

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