From barks and brittles to truffles and toffee, these Christmas candy recipes make the holidays extra merry.
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Peanut Butter Snowballs
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These creamy treats are a nice change from the typical milk chocolate and peanut butter combination. I once prepared them for a bake sale at my granddaughter's school, and I've also put them in gift boxes to share with neighbors at Christmas. —Wanda Regula, Birmingham, Michigan
We can’t get enough of desserts that look like snowballs when Christmastime rolls around. For a time-saving tip, use candy coating discs instead of bars so you don’t have to spend time chopping up all the chocolate.
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Easy Truffles
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Our smooth, creamy bonbons are so divine you may be tempted to save this recipe for a special occasion. But with just a few ingredients, they're easy to make anytime. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Chocolate truffles are rich, melt-in-your-mouth desserts that are delicious on their own or paired with a post-dinner coffee or cocktail. With a handful of basic ingredients, you’ll be on your way to bite-sized goodness that you can share with everyone.
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Cashew Brittle
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I like this quick and easy recipe because it doesn't require a candy thermometer. It also makes a wonderful gift for nut lovers on your list. —Rhonda Glenn, Prince Frederick, Maryland
Homemade treats are thoughtful gifts for neighbors, coworkers or even friends and relatives who stop by your Christmas party. Whether you decide to wrap it up in colorful baggies or festive Mason jars, this cashew brittle will be a delight to anyone who loves nutty candy. Unlike other candy recipes, you don’t need a candy thermometer and you can heat the ingredients up in the microwave—it’s that simple.
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White Chocolate Bark
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This speedy candy recipe can be varied depending on the type of fruit or nuts you have on hand. Since we have a walnut tree, I use walnuts, but pecans could also be substituted, as well as dried cherries in place of the cranberries. —Marcia Snyder, Grand Junction, Colorado
This white candy bark will make for a pretty display in your holiday candy jar. You can add any topping you prefer to make this treat your own. Swap the dried cranberries for a different type of fruit and mix and match the kind of nuts you include.
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Creamy Orange Caramels
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Each Christmas, I teach myself a new candy recipe. Last year, I started with my caramel recipe and added a splash of orange extract for fun. This year, I just might try buttered rum extract. —Shelly Bevington-Fisher, Hermiston, Oregon
Chocolate and orange pair well together—just take a look at these chocolate orange dessert recipes! But as far as Christmas candy recipes go, these orange caramels might just be the sweetest. This recipe makes 80 pieces of caramel, so get your gift bags out and you’ll be set with easy holiday gifts.
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Fudge
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This recipe makes more than enough to share with family and friends. It's the ultimate fudge! —Linette Shepherd, Williamston, Michigan
We have a lot of easy fudge recipes, and this triple chocolate version is one of our favorites for Christmas. If you’d prefer to skip the nuts, feel free to leave them out of this recipe and enjoy the chocolatey goodness all on its own.
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Rum Balls
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I make these rum balls for special occasions with my wonderful family and friends. The treats are so easy to make and pack a festive punch. — Diane Duschanek, Council Bluffs, Iowa
These rum balls are a decadent yet easy no-bake dessert. To make them your own, roll them in your favorite toppings, or use the walnuts, powdered sugar and vanilla wafers that the recipe suggests. If you aren’t a fan of rum, you can substitute the rum for bourbon or flavored vodka.
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Pistachio Cranberry Bark
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I picked up this bark recipe at a Christmas sweets swap hosted by a woman in my Bible study group. My family, friends and I think it's just divine. Even my dad, who's not big on candy, loves it. —Susan Wacek, Pleasanton, California
Any recipe for desserts with five ingredients or less come in handy when you need to make something last minute or when you don’t have time to run around the grocery store for a bunch of special ingredients. This pistachio cranberry bark takes only about 20 minutes to prep and then you just pop it in the fridge until it’s firm and ready to serve.
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Saltine Toffee
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Everyone loves these salty-sweet treasures—their flavor is simply irresistible. The bark is like brittle, but better. Get ready for a new family favorite! —Laura Cox, Brewster, Massachusetts
Who would have thought that a box of saltines could easily turn into homemade candy? People who love sweet and salty desserts will appreciate this one.
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Eggnog Truffles
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I found this recipe in a grocery store handout. I tweaked the ingredients to create a stronger flavor and everyone loves them. These eggnog truffles make great gifts during the holidays. —Angela Randjelovic, Independence, Ohio
Who needs a glass of homemade eggnog when you can pop these truffles all evening long? Use a high-quality white baking chocolate since these lean on the simple side. The sprinkle of nutmeg to finish off the truffles add a spiced aroma that’s hard to resist.
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Chocolate-Covered Coconut Candy
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These candies disappear just as fast as I put them out. Fortunately, they are a snap to whip up. I mound them high on a serving platter, sprinkle with coconut … then watch them vanish! —Mary Ann Marino, West Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
These cute coconut candies can be added to cookies trays or served with a post-dinner coffee as a light dessert. The best part is that you can get as creative as you want with the toppings: sprinkles, colorful icing, coconut flakes, you name it. Or, you can leave them as they are and enjoy them plain.
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Peppermint Pretzel Dippers
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A friend made these treats and gave them away in pretty canning jars. The combination of sweet, salty and peppermint is just right. Try dipping them in white candy coating and rolling them in crushed candy canes for variety. —Michelle Krzmarzick, Torrance, California
These chocolate-covered pretzels have to be the easiest dessert you’ll ever make. When the chocolate chips and shortening are melted and mixed, all you have to do is dip pretzel rods in the candy coating and then roll the pretzel through sprinkles, crushed nuts or peppermint bits.
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Chocolate Caramels
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When I was growing up, my mom made these delicious candies every Christmas. They were my favorite then and still are today. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Because it’s easy for caramel to harden quickly, you’ll want a candy thermometer for these chocolate caramels. The end result will be ideal for small candy bags or Christmas tins full of sweets.
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Cherry Mice
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Say cheese! Our sweet little mice are so cute, you'll want to take a picture. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Not a creature was stirring… except for these adorable chocolate cherry mice. Though the assembly might take a bit of patience, these candied mice are too cute to pass up this holiday season.
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Chocolate Bonbons
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My grandmother gave me this tasty chocolate bonbons recipe when I was a girl. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of her huge kitchen and all the delicious treats she made. —Joan Lewis, Reno, Nevada
Making these chocolate bonbons fresh will ensure that they retain their beautiful shiny coating. The shininess comes from mixing shortening with the chocolate, and they should stay that way unless you make them early and store them in the fridge. If you’d rather not melt all the chocolate for these in the microwave, you can read up on our other easy ways to melt chocolate for an option that works best for you.
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Aunt Rose’s Fantastic Butter Toffee
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I don't live in the country, but I love everything about it—especially good old-fashioned home cooking! Every year, you'll find me at our county fair, entering a different contest. This easy toffee recipe is a family favorite. —Kathy Dorman, Snover, Michigan
For only using five ingredients, this butter toffee recipe yields about 32 pieces and can be a very easy gift to package up for loved ones. Make sure to use your candy thermometer so that your butter and sugar combination is just the right consistency before pouring over the nuts and chocolate.
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Coconut Yule Trees
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People say they love my coconut macaroon-like Christmas trees because they look so festive. Once decorated, these trees light up a room—just like the real thing. —Michelle Retterer, Marysville, Ohio
Some Christmas candy recipes are pretty basic; these coconut yule trees are anything but simple. For as detailed as they look, though, these macaroon-like cookies are pretty easy to make. Get the kids involved with decorating.
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Angel Food Christmas Candy
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It was my dad who inspired me to first try making this candy. He remembered it from when he was a boy. The ultimate compliment was when he told me my version tasted even better! My husband is a driver with a parcel service, so he works long hours around the holidays—which gives me time to make treats! —Shelly Matthys, New Richmond, Wisconsin
If you’re a fan of old-fashioned candies, then you’ll need to try this crispy, chocolate-covered candy. The inside is airy and light and the outside has a think chocolate coating that will melt in your mouth.
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Layered Mint Candies
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These incredible melt-in-your-mouth candies have the perfect amount of mint nestled between layers of mild chocolate. Even when I make a double batch for everyone to enjoy, the supply never lasts long at Christmas! —Rhonda Vauble, Sac City, Iowa
If you’re headed to multiple holiday gatherings this year, consider this layered mint candy recipe—it yields over 9 dozen candies! Once the candy is cut into serving squares, they can be placed in airtight containers and refrigerated to stay fresh.
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Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter & Pretzel Truffles
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Sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter and salty pretzels create a to-die-for truffle. It’s a little bite of decadence and a special indulgence for the holiday season.—Ashley Wisniewski, Champaign, Illinois
Lots of Christmas cookie recipes and Christmas candy recipes call for nuts. If you’re not a fan of cashews, almonds or walnuts but you still love a crunch in your sweets, try these peanut butter chocolate pretzel truffles.
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Buddy the Elf Bark
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Drawing inspiration from one of our favorite holiday movies, this Buddy the Elf dessert incorporates ramen noodles with chocolate, candy and everyone's favorite—marshmallows. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Buddy bark is so much better than a resealable bag of syrup and noodles to go! This sheet pan candy takes all Buddy’s favorite treats from the other side of the Lincoln Tunnel and turns them into a giant candy bar.
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Chocolate, Peanut & Pretzel Toffee Crisps
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These crisps are the ultimate combination of salty and sweet. They never last long because—trust me—they're addictive! Make the recipe the way it's written or sprinkle on any personal favorites. —Jennifer Butka, Livonia, Michigan
M&M’s, peanuts, pretzels, chocolate chips—these toffee crisps have the works! Although these candies look beautiful, they are one of those sweet and salty treats that require no decorating expertise.
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Mulled Wine Jelly Candies
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I don’t drink alcohol, so after I’ve had company over for dinner, I have to do something with the leftover wine. These unusual jelly candies make a nice hostess gift during the holidays. I make the mulled red wine version for the winter holidays, and a white wine variation in spring and summer.—Jennifer Mack, Pensacola, Florida
If one of your favorite brandy cocktails is mulled wine, then these candies will be your new holiday go-to. Buy wine especially for this recipe or use leftover wine from a party. Once you’ve let them rest overnight, these jelly candies can be enjoyed for up to a week.
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Almond Cherry Fudge
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Cooked in the microwave, this fast fudge is a sweet addition to any holiday gathering. I make it when I need a quick treat for a school party or to take to a neighbor. —Shellie Tucker, Hendersonvlle, Tennessee
A soft square of fudge may be one of the best Christmas candy recipes ever. With chopped almonds and candied cherries, this fudge will be delicious as a dessert or paired with a glass of your favorite wine.
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Rudolph Treats
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These adorable goodies are a fun treat for kids, neighbors and friends. Get the little ones involved and let them help you create a new holiday tradition. —Abigail Vandersaul, Saint Paul, Missouri
Whether you have kids, grandkids or you just like to make cute desserts, these Rudolph candies will not disappoint. Place all the ingredients in separate bowls and make an assembly line setup for a fun family night activity.
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Homemade Holiday Marshmallows
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This recipe was my grandpa’s favorite. Every year, he would busy himself by making Christmas marshmallows for his family and friends. —Diana Byron, New London, Ohio
There are quite a few things to put in hot chocolate besides marshmallows. But if you go through the process of making marshmallows from scratch, you’re going to want to top off your hot cocoa with these festive candies.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy
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With only three ingredients, these chocolate-swirl treats take just moments to whip up! If you have little ones visiting for the holidays, have them help you with the stirring. —Holly Demers, Abbotsford, British Columbia
You are three ingredients and 10 minutes away from one incredibly easy candy. Use up that jar of peanut butter you’ve had in your pantry, mix it with white candy coating and chocolate chips, swirl the ingredients and you’re done.
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Caramel Pretzel Bites
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I created this recipe wanting to make my own version of a popular candy store pretzel log dipped in caramel, chocolate and nuts. These bites are smothered with homemade caramel. —Michilene Klaver, Grand Rapids, Michigan
These beautiful candy bars are sure to go quick at family Christmas parties, so make sure you make enough to go around. You can make this Christmas candy recipe your own by using food dye to turn the drizzle red and green or you can swap the pecans for a different type of nut.
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Peanut Butter Cups
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I like using pretty mini muffin liners and topping these homemade peanut butter cups with colored sprinkles to coordinate with the holiday we're celebrating. People can't believe how simple it is to make this irresistible candy with gooey peanut butter centers. This is how to make homemade peanut butter cups. —LaVonne Hegland, St. Michael, Minnesota
It’s time to break out your mini-muffin pan, but not for muffins! Make your own Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups with this copycat recipe. Once the cups are set and the chocolate is no longer soft, transfer these treats out of the muffin pan and into a storage container. Keep them chilled in the fridge for up to a month. If you prefer your peanut butter cups a little more soft, you can leave them out at room temperature for about a day.
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Chocolate Truffles
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You may be tempted to save these chocolate truffles for a special occasion since these smooth, creamy chocolates are divine. But with just a few ingredients, this truffle recipe is easy to make anytime. —Darlene Wiese-Appleby, Creston, Ohio
These velvety soft chocolate truffles are a game-changer when it comes to Christmas candy recipes. You only need four ingredients and you can create a dessert all chocolate lovers will enjoy.
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Christmas Crunch Candy
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Treat family and friends to a yummy brittle for the holidays. Made with cashews and Rice Krispies, it's loaded with crispy-crunchy goodness. —Amanda McLemore, Maryville, Tennessee
Any sweet that can be made ahead comes in super handy during a busy holiday season. These crunchy cashew Christmas candies can be made up to a month in advance when stored in an airtight container.
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Salted Peanut Rolls
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A Christmas gift of homemade candy is always a hit with sweet tooths. I dip these peanut rolls in chocolate, but they're yummy plain, too. —Elizabeth Hokanson, Arborg, Manitoba
For party guests, family, friends or neighbors who love a nutty candy, these salted peanut rolls will delight. You can leave a few plain, dip a few in chocolate and drizzle chocolate over the tops of some to change up the look of these candies.
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Christmas Fudge
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This fudge is virtually foolproof and so creamy you won't believe it. I've searched for years for the richest fudge, and this one does it for me. You can add just about anything you like to customize it.—Barbara Miller, Oakdale, Minnesota
Unlike many candy recipes, these fudge squares call for evaporated milk rather than condensed milk (check out these evaporated milk substitutes in a pinch). Evaporated milk doesn’t have sugar like condensed milk does, so make sure to use the correct one. Once these are made, store the squares in layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.
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Cream Cheese Candy
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These homemade mints make a perfect last-minute addition to holiday treat trays. Pretty much everyone in my neighborhood has this recipe now! —Katie Koziolek, Hartland, Minnesota
If you’re not big into sugary desserts or you’d prefer just a hint of something sweet after a filling meal, these festive little Christmas candies will do the trick. The Christmas colored sugar will make these stand out on a sweets tray or a candy dish.
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Soft Rum Caramels
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I adapted a family recipe to come up with these melt-in-your-mouth caramels. My husband and daughter eagerly volunteer to eat any scraps from the pan! —Kelly-Ann Gibbons, Prince George, British Columbia
The rum extract in these caramels really takes them to the next level. To make them festive for sharing, wrap these Christmas candies in holiday-themed cellophane or waxed paper tied with red and green ribbon.
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Coconut Joys
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If you like coconut, you’ll love these no-bake, no-fuss sweets. They are cute as can be and make a satisfying after-school snack to keep in the fridge. —Flo Burtnett, North Gage, Oklahoma
Coconut balls with a nutty, chocolate center? It might not get better than these bite-sized morsels. When you’re in a hurry and need to whip up a quick dessert for a holiday party, these will come in super handy.
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Cinnamon Almond Brittle
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It simply wouldn't be Christmas at our house without this old-time favorite twist on peanut brittle. No one believes how easy it is to make! —Lynette Kleinschmidt, Litchfield, Minnesota
When you’d prefer something spiced over something sweet, this Christmas candy recipe for almond brittle should be at the top of your list. As much as you might want to keep this candy all for yourself, the recipe does make 2 pounds of brittle, so it’s an ideal recipe for sharing with a crowd.
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Butter Pecan Fudge
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Toasted pecans add a nutty crunch to this creamy fudge, perfect for holiday giving. People always seem to rave about its wonderful caramel flavor. —Pam Smith, Alta Loma, California
Christmas chocolate gifts are popular during the holiday season, but if you know people who don’t love chocolate, you can adapt your dessert tins and gift bags to their tastes with sweets like this butter pecan fudge. You can also make these squares to mix and match with chocolate and white chocolate fudge squares for pretty variation.
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Old-Time Butter Crunch Candy
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Both my children and my grandchildren say the season wouldn't be the same without the big tray of candies and cookies I prepare. This one's the most popular part of that collection. We love the nutty pieces draped in chocolate. —Mildred Duffy, Bella Vista, Arkansas
Anything with a cup of butter is sure to be delectable, and these butter crunch bars are just that. If you’re not a fan of milk chocolate, you can swap the candy bars for a dark chocolate.
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Chocolate Billionaires
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Everyone raves about these chocolate and caramel candies. I received the recipe from a friend while living in Texas. When we moved, I made sure this recipe made the trip with me! —June Humphrey, Strongsville, Ohio
While the name might suggest an air of opulence, these chocolate billionaires are very accessible and fairly simple to make. Smooth melted caramels, crunchy pecans and crispy Rice Krispies are coated in silky milk chocolate for the ultimate indulgent treat.
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Pecan Pralines
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My pecan praline recipe is special to me for I received it from my mother, who was an excellent cook! I also am a Texas Aggie Mom and I use pecans from a South Texas Aggie grower that our Aggie Mom's club has purchased from for many years. The quality is outstanding and far better than you will find in any grocery store. —Carol Jones, Blue Ridge, Texas
If you don’t love how crunchy brittle is, try this praline recipe. This Christmas candy recipe calls for cooking at a lower temperature, which means the final result will be softer than other types of candy. You can use a cookie scoop for easy serving sizes of this tasty treat.
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Creme de Menthe Truffles
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I found this in a box of recipe clippings and decided to give them a whirl. I'm so glad I did! The minty flavor is perfect for Christmas. —Joe Mattes, Amana, Iowa
If you have a bottle of Creme de Menthe in the house from making Irish coffee, use some of it in this recipe. If you like peppermint patties, you’ll love these truffles.
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Chocolate Mascarpone Truffles
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These luscious, satiny truffles are so versatile...omit the pistachos and try all three variations listed below. —Diane Fuqua, Baltimore, Maryland
Cheese in a Christmas candy recipe? Yes! You don’t want to overlook these Mascarpone truffles. They can be rolled in any of your favorite nuts to add texture to the silky center.
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Anise Gumdrops
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With their bright color and frosty sugared look, these homemade gumdrops are irresistible. They're softer than the store-bought kind and have tongue-tingling anise flavor. —Richard Bunt, Painted Post, New York
Feeling ambitious? Try your hand at a completely from-scratch gingerbread house and decorate it with these anise gumdrops. You can make these ahead and freeze them for a couple weeks.
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Divinity Candy
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Every Christmas my grandmother and I made divinity candy, just the two of us. I still make it every year. —Anne Clayborne, Walland, Tennessee
This recipe for divinity candy is fun because you stick to the basics or make it your own with flavored gelatin or chocolate chips. Because it’s a meringue treat, it will be a perfect pick-me-up after a heavy meal.
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Cinnamon Candy Popcorn
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This crisp bright-colored snack is more festive than traditional caramel corn. My family just loves it! Set out in pretty bowls, it makes a tasty table decoration. I also put it in sandwich bags for a children's party snack. —Kaye Kemper, Windfall, Indiana
Caramel corn is great in the fall, but when winter rolls around, this candied treat is much more festive. This cinnamon candy popcorn only calls for four ingredients and it’ll be a delicious party snack for people who like a sweet and salty combination.
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Cinnamon Hard Candy
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My mother taught me how to make rock candy with this hard cinnamon candy. Now I fix it for my own family and to give as gifts at Christmas. —Marganne Winter Oxley, Klamath Falls, Oregon
If this was always in a tin at your grandma’s house around Christmastime and you miss the flavorful treat, here’s how to make it on your own! The recipe calls for cinnamon oil, which you should be able to find at your local pharmacy or kitchen supply store.
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Licorice Caramels
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Fans of black licorice won't be able to stop eating these gooey caramels. I appreciate their ease of preparation. —Donna Higbee, Riverton, Utah
This Christmas candy recipe for licorice caramels makes 12 dozen candies. Rest assured, you can use these as stocking stuffers, in cookie tins or in your own candy jar for when guests come to visit. You can always cut the recipe in half if you want to make fewer caramels.
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Frosty Polar Bears
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I love spending time in the kitchen with my nieces. This is the perfect recipe to make with the little ones. Dang cute, easy and portable! —Emily Tyra, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
If you have little ones at home or you love getting creative with your grandkids, give these frosty polar bears a try. They use basic ingredients and require no cooking.
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Peppermint Marshmallows
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The fluffy, airy texture of handmade marshmallows will remind you of glistening snowflakes. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
These fluffy, Christmas-hued mallows definitely look like something Buddy the Elf snacked on in the North Pole. Add one or two of the marshmallows to a mug of hot chocolate and let their pepperminty flavor infuse the cocoa.
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Peppermint Fudge
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I make many batches of this minty peppermint fudge to give as Christmas gifts. It's not too sweet, so it appeals to lots of palates. —Sue Schindler, Barnesville, Minnesota
Minty peppermint fudge squares will pop on a platter of chocolate fudge—especially with bright red crushed peppermint sprinkled on top. For a slightly spicy twist, use crushed cinnamon hard candy instead of mints.
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Snowman Oreo Balls
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Get the kids involved with making these adorable snowman Oreo balls. They can help roll, dip and decorate! A small box of these cuties makes a delicious food gift during the holidays. —Carla Giorgio, New York City, New York
Of course, we had to end on the most adorable Oreo balls of all time. These little snowmen are so fun to assemble, and you can get the whole family involved. The end result might even be too cute to eat!
Christmas Candy Recipes FAQ
What are the most popular Christmas candies?
The most popular Christmas candies range from chocolate-based ones, like fudge or truffles, to hard, sugary treats like candy canes and brittles. Chocolate bark, with festive sprinkles, toasted nuts and other candies, is a middle ground between the two styles of treats and endlessly customizable.
What are some easy Christmas candy recipes for new candy makers?
Learning how to make candy takes some practice and a collection of helpful tools, like a candy thermometer, but there are simple recipes to ease you into the process that aren’t as technical. Try a shortcut fudge, dipped and decorated pretzels and saltine toffee squares that bake in the oven. Recipes like haystacks and peanut butter cups don’t require special equipment and are easy to decorate festively.
What are some no-bake Christmas candy recipes?
Most Christmas candy recipes, like caramels, brittles and hard candy, are no-bake treats and are cooked on the stovetop. Some only involve melting chocolate or chocolate and cream and can be done in the microwave for added ease, like chocolate bark or dipped cookies. For a candy that requires no cooking at all, try a rum ball that uses crushed cookies as the base.
