Now and then, who doesn’t love a sweet treat? Making candy at home sounds intimidating, but it’s something most cooks can do. Instead of hitting up your local store for a holiday where candy is given as a gift (like Easter, Valentine’s Day, and Christmas), impress your family and friends with your candy-making skills. Imagine the smiles when kids see homemade chocolate eggs in their Easter baskets. Who wouldn’t love to receive a bag of old-fashioned peanut brittle or fudge as a holiday party hostess gift? They’ll feel the love when they open a box of chocolate truffles on Valentine’s Day. These homemade candy recipes will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
“I’ve been making these yummy tasting Chocolate Peanut Butter Easter Eggs for several years now. My grandchildren beg me to make them so they can have some in their Easter baskets. Of course, I always oblige.” – Genny
Old-Fashioned Peanut Brittle
“This Old-Fashioned Peanut Brittle is made by my dad every holiday. It can be made up to one month ahead of time.” – Shelley
Chocolate Pecan Coffee Fudge
“Chocolate and coffee go great together. Add a few nuts and you have a great bite size piece of yumminess!” – Barbara
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups (Like Reese’s!)
“My daughter loves Reese’s cups and she says these taste just like them!” – D.Ann
Peanut Butter Fudge
“This was my dad’s favorite fudge. He has now passed. He would kid he needed some to make him better. I think of him every time I make it.” – Linda
Basic Chocolate Truffles
“This is a basic dark chocolate truffle recipe and can be flavored with whatever liquor or flavoring you want. You can dip them in any desired color and then drizzle or dredged them in nuts.” – Jordan Michelle
Vanilla Walnut Fudge
“I love this fudge. It’s a change from chocolate and one of my favorites. Quick and easy. It is pretty sweet so a little goes a long way.” – Gail
Homemade Easter Eggs
“My family loves this recipe. You can double it if you want more.” – Irene Marie
Norma’s Cookies and Cream Candies
“Gosh, this is so easy to make. I have made this at Christmastime and everyone loved it. The funny part is that they all think I took so much time making it. They are great to serve at parties.” – Norma
Marshmallow Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
“This is another recipe that I make every year for Easter. This Easter Bunny fills her baskets with homemade candies. Marshmallow and peanut butter come together to make the most delectable Easter candies!” – Deneece
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
“One bite wonders! My family loves these scrumptious delights. My daughter recently taught her 7-year-old bonus son and his 10-year-old cousin to make this simple, elegant dessert. The boys loved the fact they could eat the dough!” – Tambi
Anti-Valentine’s Day Salted Caramels
“…because it’s the worst holiday in existence, so I make these every year around this time and celebrate the stupidity of Valentine’s Day with my friends.” – Vail
My Mother’s Best Fudge Recipe (5 Pounds)
“This is a recipe that my mother has made since I was small. It is so creamy that it will literally not get dried out for a long time (if it lasts).” – Debi
Twix Bars
“I enjoy baking and trying new goodies for special occasions and holidays. These are a huge hit! The shortbread cookies are wonderful on their own and to use in other applications.” – Jill
Spicy Pecan Praline Caramel
“This salty and sweet Cajun inspired caramel will leave you craving more!” – Melissa
Salted Monkey Balls
“I took these to work one busy Saturday and everyone gobbled them up. I was calling them Salted Peanut Butter Banana Truffles, but that’s a lot of words for some awesome lil balls and this is more fun!” – Rachel
Walnut Butter Crunch-Annette’s
“This is by far my favorite candy to make in the whole world. I guarantee your family will love it too. They will beg you to make it for them every year. Recipe is grandma and mama.” – Annette