80 Homemade Christmas Candy Recipes That Make Great Gifts

Krista Marshall
·9-min read

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There are so many people in our lives that deserve a plate of holiday cheer: neighbors, teachers, postal carriers...the list can go on and on. With both Christmas gifts and treats, even if you aren't normally a planner, knowing a few helpful hacks and ideas this time of year can truly cut down on your stress level when December arrives.

This year, your Christmas must-make list just got extra sweet with these 80 best Christmas candy recipes.

Related: 200+ Christmas Cookie Ideas Your Family Will Love This Holiday

Best Christmas Candy Recipes

When it comes to making Christmas candy to share with family and friends, we all have our favorites. The recipes we come back to year after year, keeping traditions alive with each new generation. Some of the most popular holiday candies include

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  • Fudge

  • Peanut brittle

  • Chocolate turtles

  • Truffles

  • Buckeyes

  • Caramels

  • Peppermint bark

  • Chocolate covered cherries

  • Peppermint patties

Great news! This collection has recipes for every single one on the list!

Related: 50 Best Edible Christmas Gifts

Ways to Customize Christmas Candy

Making Christmas candy only has to be as complicated as you want it to be. This collection is filled with easy and delicious holiday candies you will be proud to share:

  • Easy Chocolate Fudge can be made with or without nuts, your choice.

  • Apple Cinnamon Rock Candy is an old-fashioned favorite that comes in holiday colors.

  • Christmas Lollipops are perfect for kids' classroom parties.

  • Candy Cane Pretzel Bark is perfect for peppermint lovers like me.

  • Potato Candy is something your grandma might have made, but you haven't seen in years.

Tis' the season to share something made from the heart with those around us. This year, your Christmas candy plates just got a major upgrade with these 80 festive recipes!

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Best Christmas Candy Recipes

<p>Donna Elick</p><p>Peppermint bark taken to the next level.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/peppermint-oreo-candy-bark-makes-155412076.html" data-ylk="slk:Peppermint Oreo Candy Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Peppermint Oreo Candy Bark</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1080071/kristamarshall/cookies-cream-fluff-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cookies and Cream Fluff;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cookies and Cream Fluff</a></strong></p>
<p>Donna Elick</p><p>Tasty fudge in only 10 minutes.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/228304/donnaelick/easy-peanut-butter-fudge-in-10-minutes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Peanut Butter Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Peanut Butter Fudge</a></strong></p>

Donna Elick

Tasty fudge in only 10 minutes.

Get the recipe: Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

<p>Parade</p><p>A must in any holiday candy tin.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/29807/parade/peppermint-white-chocolate-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peppermint White Chocolate Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peppermint White Chocolate Bark</a></strong></p>

Parade

A must in any holiday candy tin.

Get the recipe: Peppermint White Chocolate Bark

<p>Parade</p><p>Move over <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/200-christmas-cookie-ideas-family-182503642.html" data-ylk="slk:Christmas cookies;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Christmas cookies</a>! This sweet, salty cracker candy is sure to earn your major points as a gift-giver. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/christmas-cracker-candy-comes-handy-195908714.html" data-ylk="slk:Christmas Cracker Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Christmas Cracker Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Liz Gutman and Jen King</p><p>Every Christmas candy plate needs this classic.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/27394/lizgutmanandjenking/peanut-brittle/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Brittle;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Brittle</a></strong></p>

Liz Gutman and Jen King

Every Christmas candy plate needs this classic.

Get the recipe: Peanut Brittle

<p>Laura Manske</p><p>Christmas candy just got a little boozy.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842024/lauramanske/holiday-favorite-no-bake-chocolate-rum-balls-more/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No-Bake Chocolate Rum Balls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No-Bake Chocolate Rum Balls</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Make this with or without nuts.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842819/kristamarshall/easy-chocolate-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Chocolate Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Chocolate Fudge</a></strong></p>

Krista Marshall

Make this with or without nuts.

Get the recipe: Easy Chocolate Fudge

<p>Gigi Stewart</p><p>Two-ingredient, healthy fudge!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841305/gigistewart/make-healthy-fudge-magic-with-2-ingredient-paleo-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Paleo Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Paleo Fudge</a></strong></p>

Gigi Stewart

Two-ingredient, healthy fudge!

Get the recipe: Paleo Fudge

<p>Parade</p><p>No-bake treats make holiday baking so much easier.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/723674/parade/no-bake-truffles/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No-Bake Truffles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No-Bake Truffles</a></strong></p>

Parade

No-bake treats make holiday baking so much easier.

Get the recipe: No-Bake Truffles

<p>Alison Ashton</p><p>You don't have to be at the ballpark to enjoy this one.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/856184/alison-ashton/cracker-jack-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cracker Jack Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cracker Jack Fudge</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/847851/janemaynard/10-tempting-over-the-top-caramel-popcorn-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:10 Caramel Corn Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">10 Caramel Corn Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>A great way to use up some of those saltines in the pantry.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/saltine-toffee/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Saltine Toffee;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Saltine Toffee</a></strong></p>

Spend With Pennies

A great way to use up some of those saltines in the pantry.

Get the recipe: Saltine Toffee

<p>The Country Cook</p><p>A no-bake treat with a short ingredient list.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/white-chocolate-peanut-clusters-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:White Chocolate Peanut Clusters;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">White Chocolate Peanut Clusters</a></strong></p>
<p>Lemon Peony</p><p>Yes! You can make candy in the slow cooker.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://lemonpeony.com/white-chocolate-pretzel-crockpot-christmas-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:White Chocolate Pretzel Crock Pot Christmas Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">White Chocolate Pretzel Crock Pot Christmas Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>A holiday treat with Christmas colors included.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/white-chocolate-cranberry-pistachio-fudge-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:White Chocolate Cranberry Pistachio Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">White Chocolate Cranberry Pistachio Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen</p><p>Sweet and salty make the perfect bite.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.melissassouthernstylekitchen.com/sweet-salty-crock-pot-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sweet and Salty Crock Pot Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sweet and Salty Crock Pot Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Persnickety Plates</p><p>Espresso always enhances the flavor of chocolate.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.persnicketyplates.com/soft-chewy-chocolate-espresso-caramels-heavy-cream-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Soft Chewy Chocolate Espresso Caramels;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Soft Chewy Chocolate Espresso Caramels</a></strong></p>
<p>The Magical Slow Cooker</p><p>Give your oven a break this holiday season.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.themagicalslowcooker.com/slow-cooker-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Slow Cooker Christmas Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Slow Cooker Christmas Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen</p><p>A traditional holiday candy with nougat and pecans.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.melissassouthernstylekitchen.com/southern-divinity-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Southern Divinity Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Southern Divinity Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Duff Goldman</p><p>Duff knows his sweets.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/442205/alison-ashton/duff-goldmans-holiday-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Duff Goldman's Holiday Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Duff Goldman's Holiday Fudge</a></strong></p>

Duff Goldman

Duff knows his sweets.

Get the recipe: Duff Goldman's Holiday Fudge

<p>Cupcakes & Kale Chips</p><p>Two holiday favorites in one sweet treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: Snickerdoodle <a href="https://cupcakesandkalechips.com/snickerdoodle-hot-chocolate-white-chocolate-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Hot Chocolate White Chocolate Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Hot Chocolate White Chocolate Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>Grits and Gouda</p><p>A shortcut tip makes these super easy!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://gritsandgouda.com/shortcut-salted-caramel-nut-rolls-peanuts-nougat/?fbclid=IwAR2pOrE6r0idUZ95n6OHTbYgrufarhUyS401Obdyuwpe1hvHabwiA1FuQnQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shortcut Salted Caramel Nut Rolls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shortcut Salted Caramel Nut Rolls</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/845861/erinschmit/salted-caramel-love-15-recipes-to-enjoy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:15 Salted Caramel Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">15 Salted Caramel Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Simple Easy Creative</p><p>How cute are these mini Santa hat treats?</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://hoosierhomemade.com/cream-cheese-mints/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Santa Hat Cream Cheese Mints;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Santa Hat Cream Cheese Mints</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: </strong><strong><a href="https://parade.com/1098889/kristamarshall/easy-reindeer-food-recipes/#gid=ci02a5148e500c277c&pid=magic-reindeer-food-ornaments" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:10 Magical Reindeer Food Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">10 Magical Reindeer Food Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Southern Bite</p><p>Dark chocolate goes so well with a salty accent.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://southernbite.com/salted-dark-chocolate-pretzel-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salted Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salted Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>Cooking Classy</p><p>PSL addicts will love this.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.cookingclassy.com/pumpkin-spice-english-toffee/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pumpkin Spice Toffee;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pumpkin Spice Toffee</a></strong></p>

Cooking Classy

PSL addicts will love this.

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Spice Toffee

<p>The Gunny Sack</p><p>A homemade version of a store bought classic.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thegunnysack.com/peppermint-patties-recipe-and-a-giveaway-from-country-door/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peppermint Patties;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peppermint Patties</a></strong></p>
<p>Cupcakes & Kale Chips</p><p>A candy that tastes like a favorite seasonal beverage.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cupcakesandkalechips.com/peppermint-mocha-chocolate-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peppermint Mocha Chocolate Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peppermint Mocha Chocolate Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>The Southern Plate</p><p>Just like grandma used to make.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.southernplate.com/potato-candy-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Potato Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Potato Candy</a></strong></p>

The Southern Plate

Just like grandma used to make.

Get the recipe: Potato Candy

<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>Only three ingredients make this a great one for the kids to help with.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.shugarysweets.com/peppermint-pretzel-gift-idea/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pretzel Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pretzel Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Southern Plate</p><p>A throw back to a school cafeteria favorite.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.southernplate.com/peanut-butter-slice-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Butter Slice Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Butter Slice Candy</a></strong></p>

Southern Plate

A throw back to a school cafeteria favorite.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Slice Candy

<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>A sweet mix of brown sugar and nuts.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.shugarysweets.com/pecan-pralines/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pecan-Praline Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pecan-Praline Candy</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/pecan-pie-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Best Pecan Pie;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Best Pecan Pie</a></strong></p>
<p>Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen</p><p>A bite-sized holiday treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.melissassouthernstylekitchen.com/pecan-balls/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pecan Balls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pecan Balls</a></strong></p>

Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen

A bite-sized holiday treat.

Get the recipe: Pecan Balls

<p>One Little Project</p><p>Peanut butter cups, but better.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://onelittleproject.com/peanut-butter-cup-christmas-trees/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Butter Cup Christmas Trees;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Butter Cup Christmas Trees</a></strong></p>
<p>Southern Bite</p><p>Think buckeyes, but more chocolate!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://southernbite.com/peanut-butter-balls/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Butter Balls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Butter Balls</a></strong></p>

Southern Bite

Think buckeyes, but more chocolate!

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Balls

<p>Cupcakes & Kale Chips</p><p>Honey and salt make a peanut butter cup even better.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cupcakesandkalechips.com/peanut-butter-cups-for-grown-ups-or-kids-too-firstonthefirst/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Honey Sea Salt Peanut Butter Cups;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Honey Sea Salt Peanut Butter Cups</a></strong></p>
<p>Maria's Mixing Bowl</p><p>Did you know you can make fudge in the microwave?</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://mariasmixingbowl.com/microwave-peppermint-fudge-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Microwave Peppermint Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Microwave Peppermint Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>Grits and Gouda</p><p>Cranberry and pistachio are classic holiday flavors.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://gritsandgouda.com/microwave-pistachio-cranberry-brittle-2/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Microwave Cranberry Pistachio Brittle;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Microwave Cranberry Pistachio Brittle</a></strong></p>
<p>Persnickety Plates</p><p>Almost too cute to eat!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.persnicketyplates.com/no-bake-melted-reindeer-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No-Bake Melted Reindeer Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No-Bake Melted Reindeer Bark</a></strong></p>

Persnickety Plates

Almost too cute to eat!

Get the recipe: No-Bake Melted Reindeer Bark

<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>Pecans, caramel and chocolate are always a winning combo.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.shugarysweets.com/homemade-turtles/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Turtles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Turtles</a></strong></p>

Shugary Sweets

Pecans, caramel and chocolate are always a winning combo.

Get the recipe: Homemade Turtles

<p>The Country Cook</p><p>Oreos, M&Ms, pretzels and chocolate come together for a sweet and salty treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/mix-it-up-christmas-candy-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mix-It-Up Christmas Candy Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mix-It-Up Christmas Candy Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>Chef in Training</p><p>A copycat that tastes better than the original.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.chef-in-training.com/homemade-almond-roca/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Almond Roca;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Almond Roca</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/338071/jenniferfarley/homemade-almond-milk/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Almond Milk;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Almond Milk</a></strong></p>
<p>Barefeet in the Kitchen</p><p>Sometimes you feel like a nut!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/homemade-almond-joys-with-dark-chocolate-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Almond Joys;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Almond Joys</a></strong></p>
<p>Hungry Happenings</p><p>If you can pipe frosting, you can make these adorable mint-flavored trees.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://hungryhappenings.com/fudge-christmas-trees/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fudge Christmas Trees;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Fudge Christmas Trees</a></strong></p>
<p>Southern Bite</p><p>Peanut brittle, but easier.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://southernbite.com/easy-microwave-peanut-brittle/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle</a></strong></p>

Southern Bite

Peanut brittle, but easier.

Get the recipe: Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>Sweet, chewy and delicious.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.shugarysweets.com/homemade-caramels/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Caramels;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Caramels</a></strong></p>

Shugary Sweets

Sweet, chewy and delicious.

Get the recipe: Homemade Caramels

<p>Make Life Lovely</p><p>Homemade toffee might be easier than you think.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.makelifelovely.com/english-toffee-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:English Toffee;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">English Toffee</a></strong></p>

Make Life Lovely

Homemade toffee might be easier than you think.

Get the recipe: English Toffee

<p>Mom On Timeout</p><p>You will be a rock star with the kids!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.momontimeout.com/homemade-gumdrops/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Gum Drops;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Gum Drops</a></strong></p>

Mom On Timeout

You will be a rock star with the kids!

Get the recipe: Homemade Gum Drops

<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>Eggnog, but chewable.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.shugarysweets.com/eggnog-truffles/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Eggnog Truffles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Eggnog Truffles</a></strong></p>

Shugary Sweets

Eggnog, but chewable.

Get the recipe: Eggnog Truffles

<p>The Chunky Chef</p><p>No need to turn the oven on for this treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thechunkychef.com/easy-christmas-crockpot-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Christmas Crock Pot Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Christmas Crock Pot Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Persnickety Plates</p><p>Yep, fudge can be made in the slow cooker too.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.persnicketyplates.com/salted-caramel-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Salted Caramel Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Salted Caramel Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>In Katrina's Kitchen</p><p>Dress up store-bought chocolate with sprinkles.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.inkatrinaskitchen.com/easy-christmas-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Christmas Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Christmas Candy</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/842050/pambeth/cookies-cream-christmas-kisses-pretzel-snaps-a-snap-to-make/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cookies & Cream Christmas Kisses Pretzel Snaps;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cookies & Cream Christmas Kisses Pretzel Snaps</a></strong></p>
<p>Crock-Pot Ladies</p><p>If you love the ice cream, the candy is even better.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://crockpotladies.com/crockpot-rocky-road-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Rocky Road Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Rocky Road Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>DelightfulEMade</p><p>Only four ingredients for this simple holiday treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://delightfulemade.com/my-favorite-tools-for-healthy-living/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Chocolate Almond Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Chocolate Almond Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Crock-Pot Ladies</p><p>Cashews are so much better than peanuts.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://crockpotladies.com/crockpot-cashew-candy-clusters/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Cashew Candy Clusters;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Cashew Candy Clusters</a></strong></p>
<p>Cupcakes & Kale Chips</p><p>If you're a fan of Starbucks' cranberry bars, this will taste very familiar.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cupcakesandkalechips.com/cranberry-bliss-white-chocolate-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cranberry Bliss White Chocolate Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cranberry Bliss White Chocolate Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>Think 3 Musketeers Bar, but better.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.shugarysweets.com/cool-whip-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cool Whip Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cool Whip Candy</a></strong></p>

Shugary Sweets

Think 3 Musketeers Bar, but better.

Get the recipe: Cool Whip Candy

<p>Persnickety Plates</p><p>Perfect for gifts or a Christmas day dessert tray.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.persnicketyplates.com/crockpot-peanut-clusters/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Peanut Clusters;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Peanut Clusters</a></strong></p>
<p>Mommy's Kitchen</p><p>Love the individual wrapping on this one.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.mommyskitchen.net/2010/12/chocolate-candy-cups-original-christmas.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Chocolate Candy Cups;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Chocolate Candy Cups</a></strong></p>
<p>Salty Side Dish</p><p>The flavors of cinnamon and peppermint in a candy mean it's as yummy as it is pretty!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.saltysidedish.com/christmas-nougat-candy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Christmas Nougat Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Christmas Nougat Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Salty Side Dish</p><p>The perfect after-Christmas dinner treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.saltysidedish.com/cream-cheese-mints/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Christmas Cream Cheese Mints;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Christmas Cream Cheese Mints</a></strong></p>

Salty Side Dish

The perfect after-Christmas dinner treat.

Get the recipe: Christmas Cream Cheese Mints

<p>Back For Seconds</p><p>Coconut lovers rejoice.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://backforseconds.com/4-ingredient-coconut-cream-bars/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Coconut Cream Bars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Coconut Cream Bars</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/841646/kristamarshall/welcome-an-early-easter-with-coconut-truffles/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Coconut Truffles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Coconut Truffles</a></strong></p>
<p>Mom On Timeout</p><p>Chocolate and mint is such a festive flavor combo.<br><br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.momontimeout.com/chocolate-mint-cream-cheese-buttons/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Mint Cream Cheese Buttons;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Mint Cream Cheese Buttons</a></strong></p>
<p>Glorious Treats</p><p>A great use for those mini candy canes the kids bring home.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.glorioustreats.com/candy-cane-hearts/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Candy Cane Hearts;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Candy Cane Hearts</a></strong></p>

Glorious Treats

A great use for those mini candy canes the kids bring home.

Get the recipe: Candy Cane Hearts

<p>Inside Bru Crew Life</p><p>Pretzels add a salty addition to a classic holiday flavor.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://insidebrucrewlife.com/candy-cane-pretzel-bark/#" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Candy Cane Pretzel Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Candy Cane Pretzel Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>Dinner At The Zoo</p><p>We eat way too many of these at Christmas time.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/chocolate-covered-cherries/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate-Covered Cherries;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate-Covered Cherries</a></strong></p>
<p>Persnickety Plates</p><p>Little bite-sized Rice Krispie treats.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.persnicketyplates.com/chocolate-rice-krispie-peanut-butter-balls-no-bake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate-Covered Rice Krispie Peanut Butter Balls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate-Covered Rice Krispie Peanut Butter Balls</a></strong></p>
<p>Hoosier Homemade</p><p>Perfect for kids' treat bags!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://hoosierhomemade.com/chocolate-lollipops-for-christmas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Christmas Lollipops;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Christmas Lollipops</a></strong></p>

Hoosier Homemade

Perfect for kids' treat bags!

Get the recipe: Christmas Lollipops

<p>Dessert For Two</p><p>Two holiday classics in one delicious sweet.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dessertfortwo.com/chocolate-covered-cherry-fudge/?fbclid=IwAR3HSj9n423QskbnxuXntxY5UF9aB9zwZ967L_hUwhD9LHOUkbhY6Rd0bek#" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate-Covered Cherry Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate-Covered Cherry Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>Inside Bru Crew Life</p><p>Nothing says holiday like hot chocolate and candy canes.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://insidebrucrewlife.com/candy-cane-hot-chocolate-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>This looks like Christmas on a plate!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/easy-candy-cane-peppermint-fudge-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Candy Cane Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Candy Cane Fudge</a></strong></p>

The Country Cook

This looks like Christmas on a plate!

Get the recipe: Candy Cane Fudge

<p>Dinner At The Zoo</p><p>Look what you can do with a box of cake mix.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/cake-truffles-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cake Truffles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cake Truffles</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/843390/stephaniebrubaker/recipes-using-cake-mix-that-arent-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:16 Recipes Using Cake Mix;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">16 Recipes Using Cake Mix</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>A retro recipe that is still beloved today.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/apple-cinnamon-rock-candy-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Apple Cinnamon Rock Candy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Apple Cinnamon Rock Candy</a></strong></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>A Christmas twist on a favorite candy bar.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.plainchicken.com/butterfinger-balls-football-friday/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Butterfinger Bars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Butterfinger Bars</a></strong></p>

Plain Chicken

A Christmas twist on a favorite candy bar.

Get the recipe: Butterfinger Bars

<p>Let's Dish</p><p>Chocolate and orange are classic holiday flavors.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://letsdishrecipes.com/easy-chocolate-orange-truffles/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate-Orange Truffles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate-Orange Truffles</a></strong></p>

Let's Dish

Chocolate and orange are classic holiday flavors.

Get the recipe: Chocolate-Orange Truffles

<p>Cupcakes & Kale Chips</p><p>Two chocolates make everything better.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cupcakesandkalechips.com/chocolate-christmas-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Double Chocolate Christmas Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Double Chocolate Christmas Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>Mom On Timeout</p><p>These look and taste like Christmas.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.momontimeout.com/easy-christmas-peppermint-patties/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Christmas Peppermint Patties;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Christmas Peppermint Patties</a></strong></p>
<p>Barefeet In The Kitchen</p><p>What makes peanut butter better? Oreo cookies!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/peanut-butter-oreo-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Butter Oreo Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Butter Oreo Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>Lemon Peony</p><p>When you can't decide between cookies and fudge.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://lemonpeony.com/sugar-cookie-fudge-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sugar Cookie Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sugar Cookie Fudge</a></strong></p>

Lemon Peony

When you can't decide between cookies and fudge.

Get the recipe: Sugar Cookie Fudge

<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>No need to build a house to have gingerbread.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/gingerbread-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Gingerbread Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Gingerbread Fudge</a></strong></p>

Spend With Pennies

No need to build a house to have gingerbread.

Get the recipe: Gingerbread Fudge

<p>Dinner Then Dessert</p><p>All of your favorite gingerbread house candies in every bite.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://dinnerthendessert.com/gingerbread-house-candy-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Gingerbread House Candy Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Gingerbread House Candy Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>Crock Pot Ladies</p><p>Two ingredients for a Christmas classic.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://crockpotladies.com/crockpot-candy-cane-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Candy Cane Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Candy Cane Bark</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/962814/lorilange/best-holiday-candy-cane-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:12 Best Candy Cane Holiday Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">12 Best Candy Cane Holiday Recipes</a></strong></p>

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