Candy Recipes

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This Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Fudge Is Made with Only 4 Ingredients

This is going to be my new holiday dessert tradition!


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How to Make Williams Sonoma Copycat Peppermint Bark

A huge fan of Williams Sonoma peppermint bark? Learn how to make this coveted holiday treat at home with just...


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Our Best Christmas Bark Recipes

Christmas bark is the perfect holiday treat—easy to make and endlessly versatile. Take a look at our best bark recipe...


Malted Milk Bark

An old-time candy gets a fresh makeover. This is one of our favorite malted milk ball dessert recipes. The malted...


Reese’s Pieces Bark

Loaded with salted peanuts and loads of peanut candies, this Reese's Pieces bark will send any peanut lover over the...


Chocolate Bacon Bark

Sweet, salty, crunchy, smooth—bacon and chocolate is a match made in heaven in this chocolate bacon bark. —James Schend, Taste...


Buddy the Elf Bark

Drawing inspiration from one of our favorite holiday movies, this Buddy the Elf dessert incorporates ramen noodles with chocolate, candy...

Pretzel Strawberry Bark

This is my candy version of the classic strawberry pretzel dessert. It uses ruby chocolate, which is fairly new on...


Matcha Bark

How could you not love the brilliant green color of this matcha bark? The flavor is a little earthy and...


White Chocolate Coconut Bark

Full of macadamia nuts, coconut and ginger, this bark will transport you to a tropical island. Make sure to get...


The Most Popular Candy from Every Decade

Discover the most popular candy from 1941 to 2003! These sweets sure do bring back memories.


How to Make Homemade Chocolate Truffles

This recipe is chocolaty, indulgent and, best of all, simple enough for beginners. Learn how to make luxe homemade chocolate...


How to Store Chocolate Truffles

Learn how you can keep these decadent candies fresher for longer.


9 Common Fudge Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Homemade fudge can be a little fussy, but it's easy to make if you avoid these common fudge mistakes.


Easy Fudge Recipe

No need to head to the candy store. We'll show you how to make fudge that's rich, creamy and decadent.


How to Make Microwave Fudge

Calling all chocoholics! We'll show you how to make microwave fudge in just five easy steps.

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25 Easy Fudge Recipes Anyone Can Make

Fudge comes in all shapes, colors and textures, but our best fudge recipes have earned high marks (and rave reviews)...


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10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Caramel

Become a caramel making pro in no time! Just avoid these caramel mistakes to make the perfect caramel candy or...


Homemade Gelt

Skip the grocery store gelt! Instead try this quick and easy homemade gelt that will wow all of your Hanukkah...


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60 Candy Recipes You’ll Want to Eat All Year Long

Homemade candy isn't just for the holidays. Enjoy these candy recipes for chocolate, caramel, bark and more all year long.


13 Homemade Caramel Candy Recipes

So much better than store-bought candies, these homemade caramel candy recipes make special treats during the holidays or any time...


Peppermint Milkshake

Our recipe for peppermint milkshake makes a thick, creamy and smooth shake that’s filled with peppermint extract and peppermint candies....

Pacoca

Pacoca (Brazilian peanut candy) is an easy treat that has only five ingredients! It's a popular sweet in Brazil, and...


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Birthday Cake Fudge

This decadent birthday cake fudge is the perfect thing to make your big day special. Or prepare it ahead and...


Snowman Oreo Balls

Get the kids involved with making these adorable snowman Oreo balls. They can help roll, dip and decorate! A small...


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Grandma’s Best Christmas Candy

Gram always made the best sweets, including candy. These tried and true candies will become favorites all over again as...


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The Difference Between Caramel, Butterscotch and Toffee

Curious about the difference between these sticky treats? A professional pastry chef explains all.


25 Barks & Brittles for Extra-Happy Holidays

People always crack a smile when they break open a package of homemade bark or brittle. Make these chocolaty, nutty,...