34 Homemade Halloween Candy Recipes

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34 Homemade Halloween Candy Recipes1/32 Spiced Chocolate Truffles Test Kitchen Approved Spiced Chocolate Truffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make truffles for family events and gift-giving. Someone once asked me to add pumpkin spice, and now my recipe is legendary. —Gerry Cofta, Milwaukee, WI (Avoid these these common homemade chocolate truffle mistakes!) Nutrition Facts: 1 truffle: 89 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 2/32 Butterscotch Fudge 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Butterscotch Fudge Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 1-1/2 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Lovers of butterscotch and fudge will agree—this award-winning recipe is a match made in heaven! Special add-ins like walnuts and marshmallow take this butterscotch fudge recipe to a whole new level. —Virginia Hipwell, Fenwick, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 64 calories, 2g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 29mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 3/32 Peppermint Patty Recipe 38 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Perfect Peppermint Patties Recipe photo

4/32 Scary Eyeballs 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min

by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make lots of different candy at Christmas to give as gifts. It can be time-consuming, but it’s worth it to see the delight it brings people. Calling for just a few ingredients, this candy is one that is quite simple to prepare. —Joanne Adams, Bath, Maine Nutrition Facts: 1 patty: 69 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 4/32 Scary Eyeballs 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min

But the peanut butter flavor is the best part!

Servings 40 pieces Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids will squeal with delight at the sight of these eyeball treats. But the peanut butter flavor is the best part! —Shannon Blatchley, Ludlow, Massachusetts 5/32 Peanut Butter Cups 115 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR 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. People can’t believe how simple it is to make this irresistible candy

with gooey peanut butter centers

with gooey peanut butter centers. This is how to make homemade peanut butter cups. —LaVonne Hegland, St. Michael, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 123 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 6/32 Candied Pecans 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Candied Pecans Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings about 1 pound Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I pack these easy candied pecans in jars tied with pretty ribbon for family and friends. My granddaughter gave some to a doctor at

the hospital where she works, and he said they were too good to be true!

the hospital where she works, and he said they were too good to be true! —Opal Turner, Hughes Springs, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2 ounces: 380 calories, 30g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 177mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. 7/32 Trail Mix Clusters 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These delicious snacks make wonderful gifts, and although they look and taste like they came from an expensive chocolate shop, they couldn’t be more guilt-free. The dried fruit and

nuts are heart-healthy and full of fiber

nuts are heart-healthy and full of fiber. Bet you can’t eat just one! —Alina Niemi, Honolulu, Hawaii Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 79 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 8/32 Trail Mix Slices Test Kitchen Approved Trail Mix Slices Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With big handfuls of dried apricots and cherries, almonds and pistachios, we make dozens of treats you can take anywhere.—Donna Pochoday-Stelmach, Morristown, New Jersey 9/32 Mini S’mores 13 Reviews

Here’s the answer!

Test Kitchen Approved Mini S’mores Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste 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 Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 145 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 10/32 Licorice Caramels 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Licorice Caramels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min

Servings about 12 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings about 12 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fans of black licorice won’t be able to stop eating these gooey caramels. I appreciate their ease of preparation. —Donna Higbee, Riverton, Utah Nutrition Facts: Nutrition Facts: 1 piece equals 92 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 65 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 0 fiber, 1 g protein. 11/32 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:

Recipe Creator: Sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter and salty pretzels create a to-die-for truffle. It’s a little bite of decadence and a special indulgence for the holiday season.—Ashley Wisniewski, Champaign, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 truffle: 176 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 12/32 Marshmallow Ghosts Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings about 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids of all ages can help prepare these easy-to-make treats. With just three ingredients that I often keep on hand, they can be put together

You can change the colors to fit any party theme

at a moment’s notice.—Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 137 calories, 6g fat (6g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 13/32 Magic Wands 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These fun and colorful wands don’t need to be made by a magician to be magical. You can change the colors to fit any party theme. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 wand: 103 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat),

Everyone will want this recipe

2mg cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 14/32 Gooey Chocolate-Peanut Bars 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These are so easy to make and take no time at all. They’re great to package up for those college kids looking for something from home. Everyone will want this recipe. —Elaine Grimme, Sioux Falls, South Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 175 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

15/32 Martian Marshmallows Test Kitchen Approved Martian Marshmallows Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Wrap leftovers in cellophane and hand them out as favors-if they haven’t all disappeared by the end of the party.—Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan 16/32 Caramel Candy 59 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Caramels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 64 pieces (2-1/2 pounds) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I discovered this caramel recipe in a local newspaper years ago and have made these

soft buttery caramels ever since

soft buttery caramels ever since. I make them for Christmas, picnics and charity auctions. They are so much better than store-bought caramels. Once people have a taste, they ask for the recipe. —Marcie Wolfe, Williamsburg, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 72 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 45mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 17/32 Pecan Caramel Candies 35 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pecan Caramel Candies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Salty and sweet, these candies are the

perfect little snack

perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the making becomes just as fun as the eating. —Julie Wemhoff, Angola, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 44 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 18/32 No-Bake Peanut Butter Treats 33 Reviews No-Bake Peanut Butter Treats Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 15 treats Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Perfect for road trips, these peanut butter oatmeal balls won’t stick to your hands. Keep them in the refrigerator for portable

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