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Homemade marshmallows are extra fluffy with an almost creamy texture. They can be made in a host of different flavors and are perfect for floating in…
About 1 ¼ pounds; 80 pieces When buying glycerin, make sure the bottle does not say “for external use only”; you want edible glycerin, which can be found…
Classic candied apples with a glossy red sugar coating, optionally flavored with cinnamon and finished with chopped nuts.
About 1 pound; about 24 cups One of our favorite chocolate candies. Stir the peanut butter before using if the oil has separated. Have ready two 11- or…
Sixty-four 1-inch squares Packed with the bright flavor of fruit, these jewel-colored candies are a welcome change from chocolate. Almost any fresh or…
About 45 pieces Named after its resemblance to the nuts of the buckeye, Ohio’s state tree. Tempering the dipping chocolate will make for a prettier…
About 1 pound; about 40 pieces These are like the little old-fashioned mint cushions that melt in your mouth.
About 1 ¼ pounds The easiest chocolate candy to make is also infinitely variable. Pair the type of chocolate with compatible fruits and nuts. For…
Butterscotch caramels made with brown sugar, dark corn syrup, and butter. A rich, chewy candy with deep butterscotch flavor.
About 1 pound; 64 pieces Penuche, whose name comes from the Spanish word for raw sugar, is simply fudge made with brown sugar—which gives it a rich…
About 8 cups This is the sticky-sweet confection of the circus and boardwalk. If desired, add 1 cup Spanish peanuts.
In addition to dipping truffles, you may use this procedure to dip squares of nougat, fudge, Honeycomb Candy, or any other type of candy center. If you…
Homemade peppermint patties made with creamy fondant flavored with peppermint and coated in chocolate. They are refreshing candies that taste especially…
About 1 ½ pounds; about 24 lollipops To increase the intensity of flavor in lollipops, use candy flavoring oils rather than extracts. You can stick to…
About 1 ¼ pounds; about 80 pieces Butterscotch begins to solidify immediately after it’s cooked and may be scored or shaped before it cools. Work quickly…
About 2 pounds This recipe is one of Marion’s, presumably written after a trip to Mexico. It is essentially milk fudge, but made by creating an…
About 1 pound Before beginning, you may want to polish your molds with a cotton cloth; this will lower the incidence of air bubbles and produce glossy…
Homemade filled chocolates made by tempering chocolate, forming shells in molds, and filling them with caramel, marzipan, peanut butter, ganache, or…
About 3 pounds The espresso and salt in this brittle balance out the sugar, making for a complex twist on a classic confection. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Coconut-and-almond-filled milk chocolate squares inspired by a popular candy. They require no dipping and are cut into neat 1-inch pieces.
Pecan clusters topped with butterscotch caramel and a chocolate coating, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. A sweet, crunchy, and chewy homemade…
A classic fondant made from sugar, water, and corn syrup, cooked to the soft-ball stage and kneaded until smooth. It can be used as a candy base or…
A chewy nougat candy filled with toasted almonds, pistachios, and dried cherries or candied orange peel. This simplified version avoids complex sugar…
Divinity is a classic Southern candy made from whipped egg whites and a sugar syrup, studded with toasted pecans or walnuts. It is light and fluffy, with…
About 1 ½ pounds; 64 pieces Milk fudge is similar to dulce de leche, but in solid form. The fudge is rich with the flavor of caramelized sugar and browned…
About 1 ½ pounds Though toffee is harder than taffy, it is still chewy and sticky—which is why a friend calls it “the dentist’s special.” Line a large…
About 1 ½ pounds; 64 pieces If using tahini, stir it well to incorporate any oil that has separated out. For another fudge-like tahini candy, see Sesame…
A quick, uncooked fondant that is easy to make and shape. It has a clay-like texture and can be flavored or colored. Optionally dip in chocolate for a…
About 1 pound This crisp, light candy is an architectural masterpiece of crunchy candy honeycombed with air bubbles. We have also made this candy with…
About 1 pound Rock candy looks like sparkling, sugary diamonds. This is an excellent candy-making project to do with children, and a good lesson on…
About 1 ½ pounds; about 80 pieces Truffles are one of the easiest chocolate candies to make. Named whimsically after the savory black truffle, these…
A simple Vermont maple candy with a fudge-like texture, made from just maple syrup and a bit of butter or oil.
A classic homemade taffy made with sugar, corn syrup, and butter, flavored with vanilla and optional oils. Pulled until firm and chewy, then cut into…
About 1 ½ pounds; 64 pieces The batches of fudge our grandmothers made were lighter on the chocolate than this smooth and creamy recipe. Personally, we…
Classic New Orleans pecan pralines made with toasted pecans, buttermilk, and brown sugar, cooked to soft-ball stage and dropped into patties.
A crunchy sesame seed brittle made with caramelized sugar and corn syrup, studded with toasted sesame seeds.
A festive gingerbread house recipe from Susan G. Purdy, perfect for family holiday traditions. Includes instructions for baking the gingerbread pieces and…
Pralines are a classic Southern candy made with sugar, butter, and pecans. This easy recipe yields creamy, nutty confections perfect for any occasion.
Bourbon balls are a no-bake dessert made with crushed vanilla wafers, pecans, cocoa, and bourbon, rolled in powdered sugar. They are a sweet treat with a…
A classic homemade fudge made with cocoa, sugar, and milk, cooked to the soft-ball stage and beaten until creamy.
Homemade candy sprinkles made from confectioners' sugar and egg white, colored with natural food coloring. They require patience to dry but keep for…
These festive lightbulb-shaped cookies are decorated with colorful candies and licorice strings, making them a fun and delicious holiday treat.
Sugar cookies are transformed into adorable bunny-butt treats with pink frosting, marshmallow tails, and candy paw pads. A fun project for kids.
Bite-size doughnut holes stuffed with caramel or other meltable candy, fried until golden and puffed. The candy melts into a perfect oozy center. Dust…
Fudgy brownies loaded with Rolos, Maltesers, and mini marshmallows for a gooey, candy-filled treat. Simple to make with crisp edges and a squidgy center.
Rich, buttery caramels with a hint of soy sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt. A sweet and salty treat perfect for gifting.
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