Easy Mint Thins
My friends often try to guess the ingredients, but I never tell them how simple they are to make. They taste just like the Girl Scout cookie, and they're perfect for Christmas and bake sales. —Jennifer Setser, Morgantown, Indiana
Fruity No-Bake Cookies
Keep your kitchen cool with these freezer cookies made with fruity cereal. They're extra sweet and even more fun for...
Crackling Hot Cocoa
This hot chocolate recipe is more than a warm-you-up—it's rich and thick decadence in a mug. —Cyndi Nistico, Palm Island,...
Hot Chocolate
It is time to skip the mix! Learn how to make the best hot chocolate you have ever tasted. This...
Peanut Butter Penguins
Could these be any more adorable? To treat your guests to this chocolaty, peanut buttery goodness, just cover Nutter Butter...
Chocolate Pomegranate Candies
This recipe pairs white and dark chocolate with whole, natural ingredients for an unbelievably delicious treat! These candies are perfect...
Mayan Chocolate Biscotti
Those who enjoy Mexican hot chocolate will love every bite of subtle sweetness and heat in these perked-up biscotti. —Chris...
Chocolate Mascarpone Truffles
These luscious, satiny truffles are so versatile...omit the pistachos and try all three variations listed below. —Diane Fuqua, Baltimore, Maryland...
Lemon Cream Bonbons
I used to save these special treats just for Christmastime. But they're so easy and in such demand with my...
Contest-Winning Chocolate Mint Wafers
I created these melt-in-your-mouth treats for a cookie exchange, and everyone raved about them. My family requests them often, and...
Marshmallow Easter Eggs
I've been making these wonderful marshmallow Easter eggs for years. These candies are a big hit with marshmallow lovers. —Betty...
Chocolate-Dipped Spritz
Some of my sisters and I get together for a weekend during the holidays to do nothing but bake cookies....
Maine Potato Candy
Maine potato candy has been a state staple for over 150 years. The not-so-secret ingredient is hardly detectable but creates...
Raspberry Truffles
As everyone in my neighborhood knows, Christmas is my very favorite time of year. I make many cookies, cakes and...
Chocolate Cinnamon Toast
You might want to sit down for this one. Cinnamon bread gets topped with chocolate and fresh berries, then toasted...
Gooey Caramel-Topped Gingersnaps
Making these cookies is therapeutic for me. And they are always quite popular at fundraisers. If you’d like, you can...
Dark Chocolate Panna Cotta
Everything about this dessert, from the pretty presentation to its silky smooth texture, says special. Rich chocolate is accented by...
Heavenly Drinking Chocolate
The name says it all—sipping this beverage is like experiencing an out-of-this-world blend of dark and milk chocolate. The only...
Mint Chocolate-Covered Cookies
At our house, everyone lends a hand to make these easy chocolate-covered cookies. They remind me of Thin Mints. Decorate...
Reindeer Cookies
Gather 'round the tree on Christmas Eve and feast on these adorable reindeer cookies. They couldn't be easier to decorate,...
Chocolate Cherry Truffles
My cherry truffles were the delicious result of a kitchen experiment involving a bottle of kirsch I’d received as a...
Turkey Mole Tacos
In contrast to traditional tacos, these taste complete as is, without further garnishes or sauces. I’ve also made this using...
Caramel Cookie Candy
These homemade candy bars combine a smooth, silky caramel over a delicate vanilla cookie. When you set a plate of...
Chocolate-Raspberry Polka Dot Cake
You'll have people requesting seconds on this tender cake. Chocolate cake layers are filled with a delightful raspberry whipped cream...
Slow-Cooker Hot Chocolate
Staying warm has never tasted so sweet.
Cookie Dough Truffles
The flavorful filling at the center of these yummy candies tastes like genuine chocolate chip cookie dough…with no worry about...
Chocolate Almond Brittle
Here in Kern County, there are thousands of acres of almond orchards. I like to experiment with recipes—always trying to...
Mocha Truffles
Nothing compares to the melt-in-your-mouth flavor of these truffles...or to the simplicity of the recipe. Whenever I make them for...