34 Chocolate Snacks That Curb Cravings Fast

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34 Chocolate Snacks That Curb Cravings Fast1/34 I Want S’more Muffins 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 6 muffins Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The s’more flavors in these fun muffins with marshmallow creme in the middle are sure to bring back fond childhood memories. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan 2/34 Chocolate Pudding 132 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This delightful pudding is always a treat and easy to whip up with

pantry staples

pantry staples. I usually top it with M&M’s. My husband prefers whipped topping, and our daughter loves to dip fresh strawberries in hers. —Carrina Cooper, McAlpin, Florida 3/34 Chocolate Pretzel Rings 53 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you like chocolate-covered pretzels, you’ll love these simple snacks. They’re fun to make any time of year because you can color-coordinate the M&M’s to each holiday. —Kim Scurio, Carol Stream, Illinois 4/34 Peanut Clusters 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Christine Ma for Taste of Home

The chocolate covered peanuts are so tasty

Total Time 15 min Servings 10 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There are a few recipes I absolutely have to pull out every Christmas, and this is one of them. The chocolate covered peanuts are so tasty. 5/34 Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings about 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids of all ages enjoy making and eating these fun treats. The decorated pretzels are a pretty gift in a cellophane bag or a glass jar. —Kay Waters, Benld, Illinois 6/34 Potato Chip Clusters 31 Reviews

Just three offbeat ingredients add up to one unique, delectable, no-bake treat

Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Just three offbeat ingredients add up to one unique, delectable, no-bake treat. These super easy, sweet-and-salty candy clusters make for merry munching during holiday trips or parties. They travel well in containers without melting or getting soft. —Donna Brockett, Kingfisher, Oklahoma 7/34 Homemade Peanut Butter Cups 115 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like using pretty mini muffin liners and topping these homemade peanut butter cups

with colored sprinkles to coordinate with the holiday we’re celebrating

with colored sprinkles to coordinate with the holiday we’re celebrating. People can’t believe how simple it is to make this irresistible candy with gooey peanut butter centers. This is how to make homemade peanut butter cups. —LaVonne Hegland, St. Michael, Minnesota 8/34 Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins 40 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Muffins Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 12 muffins Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I saw this recipe in a newspaper years ago and have changed it quite a bit. I make these muffins at least

once a month and get many requests for the recipe

once a month and get many requests for the recipe. —Cheryl Bohn, Dominion City, Manitoba 9/34 Chocolate Chip Dip 84 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Is there a kid (or a kid at heart) who wouldn’t gobble up this creamy dip for graham crackers? It beats dunking them in milk, hands down! —Heather Koenig, Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin 10/34 Saltine Toffee 78 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Saltine Toffee Bark Recipe photo by Emily Davis

The bark is like brittle, but better

for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone loves these salty-sweet treasures—their flavor is simply irresistible. The bark is like brittle, but better. Get ready for a new family favorite! —Laura Cox, Brewster, Massachusetts 11/34 Mother Lode Pretzels 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I brought these savory-sweet pretzels to a family gathering, and they disappeared from the dessert tray before dessert was even served! My family raves about how awesome they are.

I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite

—Carrie Bennett, Madison, Wisconsin 12/34 Chocolate Mousse 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Semisweet Chocolate Mousse Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend shared this rich, velvety mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it’s easy to make. —Judy Spencer, San Diego, California 13/34 Chocolate-Covered Bacon 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate-Covered Bacon Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 1 dozen Go to

Some say bacon is perfect as is, but chocolate makes everything better!

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s a hit at state fairs everywhere, but you can make this chocolate-covered bacon at home. Some say bacon is perfect as is, but chocolate makes everything better! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen chocolate-covered bacon 14/34 Chocolate Pecan Caramels 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 6-3/4 dozen (1-1/2 pounds) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I haven’t missed a year making this candy for the holidays since a friend gave me the recipe in 1964! It is made like a pan of upside-down bars

and tastes like my favorite caramel pecan candies

and tastes like my favorite caramel pecan candies. We are natives of the Lone Star State who moved to Ohio when my husband was transferred several years ago. —June Humphrey, Strongsville, Ohio 15/34 Nutella-Stuffed Strawberries 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Gourmet strawberries are pricey to order but easy to make. We serve strawberries with hazelnut spread as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dessert. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon 16/34 Mini S’mores 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini S’mores Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste

Here’s the answer!

of Home Total Time 55 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Want to sink your teeth into s’mores all year long? Here’s the answer! Just combine marshmallow creme, chocolate and graham crackers for an awesome bite.—Stephanie Tewell, Elizabeth, Illinois 17/34 Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter & Pretzel Truffles 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter & Pretzel Truffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter and salty pretzels create a to-die-for truffle. It’s a little bite of

Adults who try them say snacking on them makes them feel like kids again

decadence and a special indulgence for the holiday season.—Ashley Wisniewski, Champaign, Illinois 18/34 Strawberry Muffin Cones 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Muffin Cones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a delightful, fun way to serve a cupcake. I share these with the neighborhood kids and they love the ice cream cone look and ease of eating. Adults who try them say snacking on them makes them feel like kids again. —Barb Kietzer, Niles, Michigan 19/34 Truffle Cherries 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste

My family has always enjoyed this crunchy four-ingredient snack

of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chocolate is popular at our house, especially during the holidays, so these double chocolate gems never last long! —Anne Drouin, Dunnville, Ontario 20/34 Granola Trail Mix 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Granola Trail Mix Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 11 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family has always enjoyed this crunchy four-ingredient snack. When we go camping, each person includes one additional ingredient like mini marshmallows, corn chips or cookie pieces.

The taste is never the same, and we’re often surprised by the combinations

The taste is never the same, and we’re often surprised by the combinations. —Shelley Riddlespurger, Amarillo, Texas 21/34 Frozen Chocolate Monkey Treats 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone needs a fun, friendly way for kids to play with food. These rich bites are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin 22/34 Cashew Clusters 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cashew Clusters Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings about 6

dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make this recipe for many bake sales at the local community college where I work. They are always the first to sell out.—Betsy Grantier, Charlottesville, Virginia 23/34 Bugle Cones 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe 24/34 Creme de Menthe Truffles 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creme de Menthe Truffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I found this in a box of recipe clippings and

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