31+ Christmas Candy Recipes (2024)

What are some classic old-fashioned Christmas candies I can make?

Classichomemade Christmas candiesincludepeppermint bark, ribbon candy, hard tack, and divinity. Our recipes provide simple, step-by-step instructions to help you recreate these timeless treats with ease.

Can I make any of these candies ahead of time forholiday parties?

Absolutely! Many candies like fudge and hard candies can be made in advance. Just store them in a cool, dry place, and they’ll be ready for yourholiday parties. Check each recipe for specific storage instructions (e.g., room temperaturein anairtight containerwithparchment paperbetween each layer) and shelf life to ensure freshness.

How can I packagehomemade candiesto give asedible gifts?

For a charming and personal touch, package your homemade candy in festive holiday boxes, cellophane bags, tin cans, or mason jars adorned with ribbons and tags. Ensure they’re tightly sealed to maintain their deliciousness.

What’s thebest wayto ensure your homemade candy turns out perfectly every time?

For perfecthomemade candies, follow the recipe exactly, measure ingredients carefully, and use acandy thermometerif needed to ensure you reach the correct temperature. Also, be patient with the cooling process to achieve the right texture.

Rum Balls

Indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with ourpopular Christmas candy recipeforno-bake rum chocolate balls. These little delights will satisfy yoursweet tooth, featuring a chewy, chocolatey core with a crunch of nuts, all wrapped up in a boozy kick that's perfect for festive celebrations.

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Melted Snowman Bark

Melted chocolate, oreo cookies, and adorable snowman decorations make this adorable snowman bark a favorite thistime of year. It's as fun to make as it is to eat!

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Grandma’s Nut Brittle

Agreat recipepassed down through generations, this old-fashioned Christmas candy is the perfect blend of sweet and crunchy, with a combination of peanuts and almonds in every bite.

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Crockpot Candy

Easy Christmas crockpot candyis a classic 3-ingredient Christmas treat made in theslow cookerwith peanuts, semi-sweet chocolate chips, andalmond bark. They are topped with sprinkles for a sweet and festive treat ready for gifting, cookie trays, or serving up at yourholiday party.

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Snickerdoodlee Truffles

A festive twist on classic chocolate Oreo truffles made withgolden Oreos,cream cheese, and cinnamon coated in adecadent white chocolate shell. I am sure you will agree that hese sweet and cozy truffles are the perfect winter treat!

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Martha Washington Candy

Take a delicious trip down memory lane with Martha Washington candies, a classic choice for homemade holiday sweets. With a rich, creamy center bursting with coconut, cherries, and pecans, all enveloped in athick layer of chocolate, this is a must-have recipe forchocolate lovers.

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Homemade Peppermint Patties

Create a cool, minty treat with ourhomemade peppermint patties. Each patty, with its perfectpeppermint flavorencased indelicious chocolate candy, is a refreshing and delightful addition to your holiday sweets.

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Biscoff Truffles

No oven is needed for these decadent truffles, agreat recipefor when you want adelicious treatwithout the fuss. Just foursimple ingredientscreate a batch of spiced cookie truffles that are a delightful homemade gift.

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Sugar Cookie Christmas Fudge

This viral Christmas candy recipe combines the taste of two of everyone's favorite Christmas treats – sugar cookies and fudge! Plus, thehomemade candy recipeis super simple to make with only 5 ingredients.

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Boozy Peppermint Dark Chocolate Truffles

Delight in the decadent world of boozy dark chocolate peppermint truffles, a simple yet sophisticated treat. With just four ingredients, thiseasy recipecombines the bold flavors of dark chocolate andpeppermint extract, creating a deliciously spirited holiday confection.

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Chocolate Covered Honeycomb

For a unique anddelicious chocolate candy, try our chocolate-covered honeycomb. The fizzy reaction of baking soda creates that signature honeycomb effect, making for a light, brittle toffee coated in athick layer of chocolate—a true delight for theholiday season.

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Southern Pecan Pralines

Embrace the charm of the South with a big batch of theseclassic candies, packed with crunchy pecans encased in buttery,brown sugarcaramel. The sweet, nutty treats make aperfect additionto your spread ofholiday desserts.

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Peanut Butter Fritos Candy

This salty-sweet confection combines creamy peanut butter and crunchy Fritos, drizzled with a generous amount ofmelted chocolate. It's an innovative holiday dessert that's easy to make, hard to resist, and aperfect giftfor any holiday occasion.

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Peanut Butter Buckeyes

This homemade peanut butter buckeyes recipe is a true classic. Creamy peanut butter coated in rich chocolate makes for a perfect homemade candy recipe for peanut butter lovers.

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Christmas Pretzel Hugs

Salty and sweet Christmas pretzel hugs are quick and easy to make with just 3 ingredients and are aperfect additionto your spread ofdelicious Christmas desserts.

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Gumdrop Fudge

Our Gumdrop Fudge brings a pop of color and a burst of flavor to your holiday dessert lineup. It's aneasy recipewithsimple ingredients, infused with the fun of chewy gumdrop pieces—a sweet spectacle for any holiday table or cookie tin.

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Rocky Road Candy

Thiseasy 5-ingredient candy recipe ispacked withsmooth chocolate,fluffy marshmallows, andcrunchy peanuts. Every bite of the no-bake treat is the perfect combination of crunchy, salty, and sweet!

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Coal Fudge

Getting a piece of this Christmas coal fudge might just top the wish list! With its rich, fudgy texture and unique appearance, this edible prank turns into adelicious treatthat's all in good fun for theholiday season.

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Brownie Mix Truffles

These rich and fudgychocolate trufflesare packed with brownie flavor and easy to make with 4 ingredients: brownie mix, chocolate syrup, corn syrup, and sprinkles.

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Saltine Cracker Toffee

Also known as Christmas crack, this treat is one of theeasiest recipes, made with only 5simple ingredients. It is a real crowd-pleaser and makes greatChristmas giftsas well.

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Rocky Road Candy

Making a big batch of Rocky Road is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season. The salty-sweet treat is packed withsmooth chocolate,fluffy marshmallows, andcrunchy peanuts and seriously couldn't be easier to make. Just mix, scoop out, and allow to set!

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Grinch Bark

This festive green and whiteChristmas barkis topped with red hearts and green sprinkles for a sweet treat reminiscent of everyone's favorite Christmas character – The Grinch!

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Christmas Puppy Chow

A beloved holiday snack that has the perfect mix of chocolate and peanut butter that you crave with the satisfying crunch of Chex mix and a sweet powdered sugar coating. You won’t be able to stop grabbing handfuls of this delicious snack!

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Peppermint Fudge

Dive into the season with our chocolate peppermint fudge, a delicious combination of creamy chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, andpeppermint candiesthat are as easy to make as it is to love.

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Chrsitmas Gumdrops

You will love these homemade Christmas gumdrops! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, their simple to make and easy to customize with your choice of Jello flavors. Perfect for the holiday season or anyti me of the year!

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Polar Bear Paws

Imagine a cluster ofchewy caramel, crunchy peanuts, and a lavish coat of white chocolate coming together in a sweet symphony. Polar bear paws are a simple yet irresistible treat that encapsulates the joy of theholiday seasonin every bite.

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Candy Cane Lollipops

Melt pineapple (white) and strawberry (red) Jolly Rancher candies into candy cane shapes and place on lollipop sticks for this easy semi-homemade Christmas candy.

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Reindeer Bark

Thischocolate barkis not only aneasy recipebut also a delightful way to bring some creativity to your candy-making. It's a simple combination ofmelted chocolateand holiday decorations that come together for a cute and festive reindeer treat.

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Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies

Crunchy, creamy, and completely irresistible, thesepeanut butter ballswith Rice Krispies add a delightful twist to a classic favorite, making for a deliciously festive treat that's easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

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Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Balls

These delicious no-bake Christmas cake ball truffles have all the delicious flavor of Little Debbie Christmas Tree snack cakes in a bite-sized festive treat. Plus, you will love how easy they are to make with only 5 ingredients!

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Peppermint Bark Muddy Buddies

Combine the crunchy goodness of Chex cereal with the minty sweetness ofpeppermint barkfor a snack that's as festive as it is satisfying. OurPeppermint BarkMuddy Buddies are an easy, no-bake treat that's perfect for snacking or gifting.

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Microwave Peanut Brittle

This microwavebrittle recipeis a game-changer for anyone looking for a quick anddelicious treat. With its light, crisp texture and perfect blend of salty-sweet caramel flavor, it's aneasy candy recipethat's sure to become a holiday favorite.

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Caramel Pretzel Bites

Gooey caramels are sandwiched between salty pretzels, drizzled with red green, and white melted chocolate, and topped with festive sprinkles for this sweet holiday treat.

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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

If you like Reese's you will love this easy homemade peanut butter recipe! Top your chocolate peanut butter treats with festive sprinkles to dress them up for Chriatmas.

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Andes Mint Fudge

Andes Mint Fudge is simplicity at its best, combiningmilk chocolate, rich Andes mints, and only one other ingredient for a quick and delightful holiday treat that mint lovers will adore.

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Bugle Santa Hats

These adorable no-bake Christmas treats are made with Bugles, candy melts, mini marshmallows, and sprinkles. They are a huge hit with kids and adults alike thanks to their salty-sweet flavor combo.

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Sugar Cookie Truffles

Turn your favorite holiday cookies into an irresistible bite-sized treat with our sugar cookie truffles. They're an easy and elegant addition to your Christmas candy repertoire, perfect for parties or asedible gifts.

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Peppermint Bark

No list ofeasy Christmas candy recipesis complete withoutpeppermint bark! Enjoy this super easyChristmas barkrecipe made with semi-sweet chocolate,crushed candy canesorpeppermint candies, and red & green sprinkles.

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