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    Creamy Chocolate Fudge

    Is there anything more decadent than chocolate fudge? You can make this treat and keep it in your freezer until...


    Anise Gumdrops

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


    Orange-Pistachio Divinity

    Old-fashioned divinity candy is even yummier with a hint of refreshing orange zest and bits of crunchy pistachios. Store-bought versions...


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    Oreos and Candy Cane Chocolate Bark

    There are incredible surprises in this festive bark, including dark chocolate, candy canes and cream-filled cookies. We keep a big...


    Coconut Caramels

    When I had an abundance of coconut milk, I came up with the idea of using it to flavor homemade...


    Penuche Fudge

    A fudge recipe without chocolate? Penuche fudge has notes of brown sugar, caramel and walnuts so you won't even miss...


    Walnut Caramels

    My grandmother was the queen of care packages. The Christmas season didn't start until the mail carrier arrived with her...


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    Chocolate Caramel Turkey Legs

    Mention turkey legs made of pretzels and chocolate, and the kids come running. Let them help by unwrapping caramels for...

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    Martha Washington Candy

    Martha Washington candy is a nostalgic confection that’s been passed down for generations. Don’t let the word “candy” intimidate you!...


    Butterscotch-Rum Raisin Treats

    I love making rum raisin rice pudding around the holidays. Those flavors inspired this recipe. Crispy rice cereal adds crunch,...


    Trail Mix Slices

    With big handfuls of dried apricots and cherries, almonds and pistachios, we make dozens of treats you can take anywhere.—Donna...


    Chocolate Pomegranate Candies

    This recipe pairs white and dark chocolate with whole, natural ingredients for an unbelievably delicious treat! These candies are perfect...


    Bunny Tails

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


    Chocolate-Covered Pomegranate Seeds

    I dunk pomegranate seeds in chocolate to get these easy little treats friends and family love. —Jim Javorsky, Havre de...


    Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles

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


    Banana Cream Chocolate Truffles

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


    Crunchy Chocolate Clusters

    This easy candy has a south-of-the-border flavor with cinnamon, chocolate and coffee. Sweet, salty and crunchy, it's a great no-bake...

    Nut Butter Cups

    My indulgent, nutty treat is simple to make and looks fabulous. At our house, we use all-natural ingredients for them....


    Nutty Sticky Bun Candies

    Save room on your holiday treat trays for these sweet and salty spirals. Oh, and hide some for yourself, too....


    Coconut Almond Candy

    The secret ingredient in this homemade candy is a true surprise—no one tasting these delicious morsels will guess what’s in...


    Clear Toy Candy

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


    Pistachio Coconut Chews

    Fans of coconut will enjoy that ingredient in both the top and bottom layers of these nutty, chewy confections. Spiced...


    Dairy State Fudge

    I grew up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, so it's only natural I have a lot of recipes that...

    Layered Mint Fudge

    "I make this festive fudge year-round, but especially at Christmastime," writes Denise Hanson of Anoka, Minnesota. "I've brought it to...


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    16 Festive Leftover Candy Cane Recipes

    Stuck with a box full of perfectly good candy canes and don't know what to do with them? No worries!...


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    19 Rich and Delicious Chocolate Truffle Recipes

    For a bite-sized treat, there's nothing better than a decadent chocolate truffle. Take a look through our truffle recipes for...