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    Home » Christmas Recipes

    20 Homemade Christmas Candy Recipes

    December 1, 2020 Updated: December 10, 2021 By Katie Crenshaw Leave a Comment

    It's that most wonderful time of the year! Spread the joy of Christmas with something sweet!

    These homemade Christmas candy recipes make wonderful thoughtful gifts.

    From homemade truffles, decadent fudge, and chewy caramels to crunchy peanut brittle, there is something for everyone's sweet tooth!

    20 Christmas Candy Recipes

    Christmas candy recipes

    Grab your apron, mixing bowl, pans, spatulas, and measuring cups! Get to work on these easy no-bake desserts!

    These easy Christmas candy recipes are so fun and festive to make!

    Peppermint Oreo truffles

    White chocolate, peppermint, and Oreos... oh my! This minty chocolate flavor combination in these Peppermint Oreo Truffles bring in all the Winter Wonderland feels!

    Peppermint Oreo Truffles
    Peppermint Oreo Truffles have a rich, creamy, mint chocolate filling covered in a white chocolate hard coating that is topped with little bits of crunchy peppermint.
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    peppermint Oreo truffles

    Christmas puppy chow

    This puppy chow takes on the holiday twist with mint and white chocolate! The best thing is you can make it in only 6 minutes!

    Christmas Puppy Chow by Colleen Christensen Nutrition
    Creamy white chocolate and sweet peppermint come together in this delicious Christmas puppy chow that takes just 6 minutes to make!
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    Christmas Puppy Chow by Colleen Christensen Nutrition

    Crockpot Candy-Chocolate Peanut Clusters

    Who doesn't like sweet and salty? This crockpot candy is so easy to make even the kids can help!

    Crockpot Candy-Chocolate Peanut Clusters
    Crockpot candy are salty, sweet, and crunchy chocolate peanut clusters. This tasty homemade candy is easy to make with just 4 ingredients!
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    crockpot candy

    Peppermint Patties

    Homemade peppermint patties are so much more delicious than the store bought version! The cute little red and green sprinkles make them look so festive.

    Homemade Peppermint Patties by Worn Slap Out
    Who knew homemade peppermint patties were this easy? These babies are soft and minty in the middle and covered in a crispy chocolate coating to make the most perfect holiday treat or gift.
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    Homemade Peppermint Patties by Worn Slap Out

    Christmas Marshmallows

    Christmas is just the best time of year for getting creative in the kitchen and these Christmas marshmallow pops are always a hit. They are almost too cute to eat!

    Christmas Marshmallows by Mama Loves to Cook
    Kids will love these cute Christmas Marshmallows. Choose from Reindeers smothered in melted chocolate and snowmen with fun little faces.
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    Christmas Marshmallows by Mama Loves to Cook

    Brown Sugar Fudge with Bourbon

    Brown sugar fudge is different from traditional fudge because it is made with brown sugar and powdered sugar instead of white granulated sugar.

    Bourbon Brown Sugar Fudge
    Brown sugar fudge is sweet, creamy, rich, and buttery. This recipe adds bourbon for an extra complexity in flavor. The brilliant melt in your mouth combination is certain to make your taste buds happy.
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    brown sugar fudge with bourbon on parchment paper

    Christmas Divinity

    It's a Southern tradition to serve these cute little bite sized Christmas Divinity! Make them from scratch with these step by step instructions and tips.

    Classic Christmas Divinity by Money Saving Living
    Add this Southern Christmas classic candy to your holiday treats this year! Classic Christmas Divinity is going to be your new favorite....
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    Classic Christmas Divinity by Money Saving Living

    Gingerbread Toffee

    Your holidays are about to get extra festive. Rich molasses and warm gingerbread spices give this homemade toffee a seasonal twist.

    Gingerbread Toffee by Burrata and Bubbles
    Get festive with this gingerbread toffee! Featuring rich molasses, brown sugar and warm spices, this Christmas toffee will put you in the holiday spirit.
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    Gingerbread Toffee from Burrata and Bubbles

    Peanut Butter Bon Bons

    If you love the chocolate and peanut butter combination, this will be your new favorite! These Peanut Butter Bon Bons are even better than the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup store-bought rival!

    Peanut Butter Bon Bons
    Peanut Butter Bon Bons, (also known as Buckeyes) are made with a creamy peanut butter filling then covered in chocolate. They are an easy, no bake dessert.
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    seven peanut butter bon bons arranged on a white porcelain dish

    Almond Roca

    Homemade Almond Roca, you need this in your life! A candy packed with almonds and chocolate with the perfect amount of sweetness from a homemade caramel, sinfully delicious! 

    Almond Roca by Everyday Eileen
    Almond Roca, homemade candy! A buttery toffee almond base. Topped with melted chocolate and crushed almonds. A great addition to a Holiday sweets table! Great homemade gifts for family and friends!
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    Almond Roca Candy

    Pecan Log Truffles

    Who doesn't like the pecan log? Make them into bite sized truffles and for a fun Christmas treat.

    Pecan Log Truffles by Take Two Tapas
    Pecan Log Truffles are just like the log candy you ate as a kid only smaller. These bite-sized treats are CHEWY nougat, wrapped in CREAMY caramel, and rolled in BUTTERY, TOASTED pecans.
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    Pecan Log Truffles by Take Two Tapas

    Haystacks Recipe with Peanut Butter

    Make these crunchy sweet Haystack treats in under 30 minutes!! Everyone will love the peanut butter and butterscotch combination.

    Haystacks Recipe with Peanut Butter
    This classic haystacks recipe is made with creamy peanut butter, butterscotch, and chow mein noodles. It is an easy no-bake dessert that can be made in under 30 minutes.
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    Haystacks candy on wax paper

    Chocolate Rum Balls

    These are a great addition to any cookie platter and can be customized with holiday sprinkles, your fave chopped nut, or my personal favorite, simple powdered sugar.

    Chocolate Rum Balls by The Two Bite Club
    Chocolate Rum Balls are 5-ingredient, no-bake, sweet treats made with velvety melted chocolate and spiced rum.
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    Chocolate Rum Balls by The Two Bite Club

    Crispy Tahini Chocolate Cups

    Super easy to make, delicious, chocolatey cups filled with organic brown rice cereal and earthy tahini.

    Crispy Tahini Chocolate Cups by Tasty Ever After
    Crispy Tahini Chocolate Cups are made with creamy sesame tahini, crispy organic brown rice cereal, and delicious dark chocolate. Perfect to leave as a treat for Santa with milk instead of cookies!
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    Crispy Tahini Chocolate Cups by Tasty Ever After

    Caramels

    These cream caramels melt in your mouth while teasing your palate with their sweet vanilla essence!

    Soft Chewy Cream Caramels by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
    Buttery homemade caramel candies that will outshine any grocery store version! With a few tips, you can make exquisite caramel candy in your own kitchen!
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    White Chocolate Christmas Bark

    This is the easiest Christmas Bark recipe ever. It actually keeps pretty well in the freezer which is a great last-minute party tip if you have unexpected guests during the holiday season!

    White Chocolate Christmas Bark by Longbourn Farm
    White chocolate Christmas bark is an incredibly easy dessert to whip up for guests or a family treat! With festive colors and flavors, it’s a holiday favorite.
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    Instant Pot Peanut Butter Fudge

    Try making peanut butter fudge in your Instant Pot!

    Instant Pot Peanut Butter Fudge by Monday is Meatloaf
    Instant Pot Peanut Butter Fudge is so delicious that I keep making it over and over! The constant heat temperature helps to make sure that it is perfect each time. It also uses common ingredients that you probably have in your fridge and pantry to make this wonderful confection.
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    Instant Pot Peanut Butter Fudge by Monday is Meatloaf

    Pecan Pralines

    These sweet, rich, creamy, crunchy pecan praline candies will be your newest addiction!

    Pecan Pralines Recipe
    Looking for an authentic, Southern pecan pralines recipe? This Savannah pralines copycat recipe combines butter, sugar, vanilla, whipping cream, and pecans for a rich decadent sweet. The creamy buttery flavors melt in your mouth with every crunchy bite.
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    homemade pralines in a blue tin can

    Rocky Road

    Rocky Road is an easy chocolate marshmallow no-bake treat that everyone will love.

    Rocky Road by Taste Better From Scratch
    Great-grandma’s amazing Rocky Road recipe is just four simple ingredients: a chocolate marshmallow lover’s dream!
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    Rocky Road by Taste Better From Scratch

    Pretzel Turtles with Rolos

    Pretzel Turtles are the easiest candy to put together! Make with the children. They will have so much fun making them.

    Pretzel Turtles with Rolos
    Do you love turtle candy? Then you will LOVE these pretzel turtles. With just 3 ingredients, they are easy, fun, and simple to make.
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    pretzel turtles in a red bowl on a green plate

    More homemade food gift ideas:

    For additional homemade foodie gifts, try these: Fire and Ice Pickles , Homemade Hot Pepper Jelly, Jalapeno Salt, Bloody Mary Vodka Infusion, and DIY Ranch Dressing Mix.

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