Spread some cheer with these homemade holiday treats.
Double or even triple the recipe, so everyone on your holiday list can get a taste.
Pralines were once made with molasses and mixed with peanuts, pecans, and benne seeds.
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Butterscotch Fudge
This easy fudge recipe requires no candy thermometer.
Be sure to wait at least two hours for the fudge to cool before slicing.
A scoop of vanilla ice cream makes this the perfect decadent dessert.
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It’s a decadent combination, complete with the savory crunch of toasted pecans.
Make a foolproof caramel using ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and corn syrup.
Potato Candy
This old-school candy reminds us of divinity and other traditional homemade Southern sweets.
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The recipe is a testament to the genius of thrifty cooks who based the confection on leftover mashed potatoes.
With seven ingredients, you might have a unique candy to share this season.
And trust usthey’re way better homemade.
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Aside from the prep, these candies are easier to assemble than they look.
Also known as Million Dollar Fudge, this creamy fudge is relatively easy to make.
Store it for up to two weeks in an airtight container.
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Maple syrup gives these tassies a unique flavoring.
Use paper baking cups to help shape the pralines before they set.
Let the pralines cool for an hour before serving.
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Mint Oreo Truffles
These are perfect no-bake treats to make in advance of your gathering.
After freezing the cream cheese and cookie mixture, dip the cookie balls in melted chocolate.
Top with melted green candy melts.
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Not to mention, it feels delightfully nostalgic.
This no-bake recipe can feed a crowd.
It’s the perfect blend of crunch and peanut butter.
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These treats freeze well and stay for up to a week when stored in an airtight, refrigerated container.
The best part is this recipe only requires four ingredients.
Crunchy Pecan Pie Bites
Great things come in small packages.
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These pecan pie bites are small but full of flavor and just the right size for pass-along party desserts.
After baking, let these bites cool for at least 30 minutes.
This classic candy is crunchy and fluffy.
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Adding toasted pecans makes this candy extra flavorful.
Chocolate-Covered Marshmallow Reindeer Pops
These are the perfect festive crafts, plus they are entirely giftable.
Use your favorite candies to decorate these adorable faces.
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Stained Glass Candy
This peppermint-flavored candy will take you straight back to your childhood.
Dye them in different Christmas colors and pack them into your cookie tins to spread holiday cheer.
When using different colors, make one batch at a time.
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No-Bake Chocolate Mint Snowballs
Low on time and oven space?
Try these no-bake treats that come together instantly but are just as sure to impress.
Using store-bought cookies makes this five-ingredient recipe one you’ll want to make more than once.
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Sign us up for these simple and sweet treats.
Try dyeing the white chocolate in different colors for the holidays.
Almond Snowballs
Powdery white, these Almond Snowballs will transform any cookie tin into a winter wonderland.
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Let the treats cool for 10 minutes before rolling them in powdered sugar.
Add festive sprinkles on top if you want to add a pop of colors.
Even better, these fudgy bars are a no-bake recipe.
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Allow these bars to chill before serving.
Homemade candy such as fudge or caramel stays fresh when wrapped tightly and frozen for up to a year.
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