25 Homemade Holiday Candy Recipes That You Have to Try!

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Making holiday candy for gift-giving and sharing at parties is a time-honored tradition. Add a few new delights to your roster from our roundup of the best candy recipes, from chocolate bark and truffles to marshmallow pops and caramels, toffee to candied citrus peel, and more. Discover our picks now on Foodal.

Chocolate Date Truffles

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Are you looking for a healthier alternative to chocolate truffles for dessert? Learn how to use soaked dates as a naturally sweet base. These simple treats are coated in cocoa powder or finely chopped nuts, perfect at the end of a long day. And they’re easy to make in the food processor! Read more now.

Coconut Dream Truffles

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If you’re looking for a two-bite dessert that’s a cinch to prepare but packs a punch of flavor, these coconut dream truffles will hit the spot. They’re made with just six ingredients, sweetened with honey, and loaded with crunchy almonds and a hint of vanilla. Read on for the full scoop behind these healthy treats.

Homemade Chocolate Chips for Baking (Vegan and Soy Free)

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Do you want to steer clear of the refined sugar, milk, soy, and stabilizers that are often found in store-bought chocolate chips? Learn how to make them from scratch right in your own kitchen. It’s much easier than you might think, with just four popular pantry ingredients. Read more now for the recipe.

Perfectly Crunchy and Caramelized Homemade Toffee

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Do you know how to make perfect toffee? If you’re determined to learn the technique behind stellar scratch-made toffee, try our recipe. We share all the tips and tricks you need to achieve the best texture, taste, and color. Read more now, and get ready for a fun crash course in making this crunchy candy.

Chili Pepper Chocolate Bark

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In this sweet and salty treat, dried cherries are nestled into a pool of melted chocolate and topped with flaky sea salt. The homemade bark gets a boost from woody cinnamon and fruity paprika, and a kick from cayenne and crushed red pepper flakes. Read on to add this recipe to your collection of sweet-tooth favorites.

Chocolate-Covered Marshmallow Pops: A Fun Treat for Everyone to Enjoy

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If you’re seeking a kid-friendly kitchen activity that results in a sweet treat the whole family will love, try these marshmallow pops. It’s simple to prepare the recipe, dipping the fluffy sweets in your favorite type of chocolate, and you can have a ton of fun decorating them with sprinkles, nuts, and more.

The Lazy Cook’s Homemade Mochi: A Soft and Chewy Confection

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Mochi is a soft and chewy Japanese confection with an addictively fun texture that delights with every bite. Enjoy mochi on its own, as a garnish on ice cream and sherbet, or as a wrap for a variety of sweet fillings. It’s super easy to make in your own kitchen with our recipe. Read more now.

Easy Almond Chocolate Toffee Matzo Crunchies

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If you’re on the hunt for the perfect Passover recipe, look no further than these Easy Almond Chocolate Toffee Matzo Crunchies. The crackly flatbreads are enveloped in a caramel-y combo of butter and brown sugar, baked, smeared with chocolate, and studded with almonds and flaky sea salt. Get the recipe now on Foodal.

Blueberry Cookie Dough Almond Flour Truffles with White Chocolate

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For bite-sized treats that don’t include any gluten or eggs, enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth almond flour cookie dough truffles with bits of dried blueberries. Covered in milky white chocolate, they are delightfully fun and whimsical to serve and eat. Learn how to make this sweet recipe now on Foodal.

A Handful of Sugar and Spice Candied Nuts for Holiday Gatherings

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When guests gather in your home for the holidays, make sure you have sugar and spice candied nuts on hand for all your snacking needs. The sweet heat combination will tickle your taste buds. It’s a fantastic option to set out for holiday party munching, or to give as a gift to friends and family. Get the recipe now.