Candy Recipes

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    Rich Pistachio Brittle

    Here's a fun twist on traditional brittle. Pistachios not only add wonderful taste to the rich, buttery candy, but delicious...


    Delectable Maple Nut Chocolates

    "This recipe goes back about 40 years. My father loved anything with maple flavoring, so my mother tweaked a brownie...


    Chocolate, Peanut & Pretzel Toffee Crisps

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


    Candied Flowers

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


    Chocolate-Caramel Candy Bars

    Store-bought candy can’t compare to irresistible, chewy nougat topped with a thick layer of caramel and covered in chocolate. For...


    Chocolate Marshmallow Peanut Butter Squares

    I combined a couple of recipes to create these crunchy, chocolaty bars that burst with peanut butter flavor, marshmallows and...


    Clear Toy Candy

    Clear toy candy is best made when the weather is cold, as any humidity in the air may cloud the...


    Truffle Football Cupcakes

    These luscious truffles combine peanut butter and chocolate deliciously. They're terrific shaped into balls for a holiday treat tray. But...

    Peppermint Kiss Cookies

    These peppermint kiss cookies bake up a batch of festive cheer in just four simple steps.


    Stained Glass Candy

    This recipe gives you two variations—green-colored candy with wintergreen flavor and red-colored candy with cranberry flavor. I like to make...


    Lemon Jelly Candies

    This timeless candy will add a little sparkle to any candy assortment. The tart jellies will be a refreshing treat.—Taste...


    Candied Lemon Peel

    This old-fashioned candied lemon peel can also be used a garnish for other desserts. The sweet-tart taste is delightful.—Betty Slivon,...


    Peppermint Swirl Fudge

    Indulge in candy-shop flavor with these rich swirled squares. For Christmasy color, I add crushed peppermint candies and red food...


    Caramel Cookie Candy

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


    Cherry-Nut White Fudge

    Ring in Christmas with this fudge that's the color of the season, white, red and green. The caramel-like flavored fudge...


    Southern Pecan Candy

    Unlike traditional pralines, this recipe is spread in a pan, then cut into squares. It is loaded with pecans and...


    Milky Way Fudge

    If you're busy, but would still like to make something special for the holidays, try this fudge. It uses candy...

    Beef Tenderloin Lollipops

    Bite-sized beef cubes are easy to pop in your mouth as you mingle at parties. The sweet caramelized onion and...


    Marvelous Maple Fudge

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


    Family-Favorite Cinnamon Candy

    I have fond memories of standing at my grandmother's stove with my mom and my aunts, helping to make this...


    Chocolate-Dipped Candy Canes

    I couldn't resist combining my two loves—peppermint and chocolate—in this recipe. These are so easy, but if one breaks in...


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    Caramel Apples

    Our caramel apples recipe is an out-of-this-world classic and includes how to make homemade caramel.


    Anise Gumdrops

    With their bright color and frosty sugared look, these homemade gumdrops are irresistible. They're softer than the store-bought kind and...

    Eggnog Creams

    I adapted a creamy, dreamy truffle recipe from a chocolate cookbook and came up with my variation to give as...


    Christmas Crunch Candy

    Treat family and friends to a yummy brittle for the holidays. Made with cashews and Rice Krispies, it's loaded with...


    Monster Cookies

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


    Bunny Tails

    My granddaughters and I came up with this clever and easy idea for Easter. —Kelly Ciepluch, Kenosha, Wisconsin


    Halloween Candy Bark

    My kids and I wanted to make a treat using the beautiful colors of fall and some candy that's special...


    Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles

    The combination of pumpkin and dark chocolate is unexpected and delectable. These delicious truffles make a pretty addition to a...