48 Vintage Chocolate Treats

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48 Vintage Chocolate Treats1/48 Chocolate Bonbons 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings about 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandmother gave me this tasty chocolate bonbons recipe when I was a girl. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of her huge kitchen and all the delicious treats she made. —Joan Lewis, Reno, Nevada 2/48 Maine Potato Candy 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 40 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Years ago, folks in Maine ate potatoes every day and used leftovers

in bread, doughnuts and even candy

in bread, doughnuts and even candy. This chocolate potato candy recipe captures the old-school flavors. —Barbara Allen, Chelmsford, Massachusetts 3/48 Mocha Baked Alaskas Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Make these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before serving. —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida 4/48 Angel Food Christmas Candy 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Angel Food Christmas Candy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 1-1/2 pounds (12 servings)

He remembered it from when he was a boy

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It was my dad who inspired me to first try making this candy. He remembered it from when he was a boy. The ultimate compliment was when he told me my version tasted even better! My husband is a driver with a parcel service, so he works long hours around the holidays—which gives me time to make treats! —Shelly Matthys, New Richmond, Wisconsin 5/48 Church Window Cookies 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These

church window cookies are a hit with kids—the little ones just love the colored marshmallows! —Emmilie Gaston, Wabash, Indiana 6/48 Martha Washington Candy 37 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Martha Washington Candy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 5-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Passed down by my grandmother and mother, this Martha Washington candy recipe is a cherished family tradition. We’ve even had each grandchild and great-grandchild take a turn stirring the candy mixture! —Cindi Boger, Ardmore, Alabama 7/48 Chocolate Mousse 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Semisweet Chocolate Mousse Recipe photo

A friend shared this rich, velvety mousse recipe with me

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 8/48 Chocolate Butterscotch Haystacks 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Butterscotch Haystacks Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandmother used to make this haystacks recipe to give

When I run out of macadamias for candy-making, I substitute pecans

to my cousin Vonnie and me when our parents didn’t want us to have any more sweets. —Christine Schwester, Divide, Colorado 9/48 Simple Macadamia Nut Fudge 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings about 5 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My aunt now lives in Hawaii, and she keeps our family supplied with fresh pineapples, mangos and macadamia nuts…along with recipes like this one. When I run out of macadamias for candy-making, I substitute pecans. Whichever nuts I use, neighbors like this fudge so much that they have started

to call me the “Candy Lady of Cleveland.”

to call me the “Candy Lady of Cleveland.” —Vicki Fioranelli, Cleveland, Mississippi 10/48 Shortcut Coconut-Pecan Chocolate Tassies 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Shortcut Coconut-Pecan Chocolate Tassies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can garnish these cookies with pecan halves or a couple of chocolate chips before baking, or drizzle with a little melted chocolate after taking them out of the oven. —Deb Villenauve, Krakow, Wisconsin 11/48 Chocolate Mincemeat Bars 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time

35 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What would the holidays be without mincemeat for dessert? Even people who say they don’t care for the taste will be surprised to find they love these tender chocolate bars. —Darlene Berndt, South Bend, Indiana 12/48 Rocky Road Freezer Pie 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Rocky Road Freezer Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whip up this simple chocolaty pie the day before and you’ll feel just like a champ when you serve

it on party day

it on party day. —Addrenne Roth, Donna, Texas 13/48 Chocolate Macadamia Meltaways 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Macadamia Meltaways Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this recipe by accident one day when I wanted to make some cookies. I decided to use some ingredients already in my cupboard, and these were the delicious result. —Barbara Sepcich, Galt, California 14/48 Matzo Toffee 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 1 pound Go to Recipe From the

For a change of pace, try them with chunky peanut butter, too

Recipe Creator: Once you start eating matzo toffee, you may not be able to stop! Matzo crackers are topped with buttery caramel, chocolate and slivered almonds and then baked to perfection. —Sharalyn Zander, Jacksonville, Alabama 15/48 Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Blossoms 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Guests will stand in line to kiss the cook when these treats are served! For a change of pace, try them with chunky peanut butter, too. —Canada60,

Tasteofhome.com Community 16/48 Chocolate Peanut Treats 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Peanut Treats Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was in high school, I took these sweet and crunchy squares to bake sales— and they were the first to sell out. I still make them for family and friends who love the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter. —Christy Asher, Colorado Springs, Colorado 17/48 Fudge Pops 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fudge Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

20 min Servings about 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

20 min Servings about 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chocolate frozen dessert is the perfect summer treat! Invite your kids into the kitchen to help you stir the pudding. —Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta 18/48 Old-Time Butter Crunch Candy 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings about 2 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Both my children and my grandchildren say the season wouldn’t be the same without the big tray of candies and cookies I prepare. This one’s the most popular part of that collection. We love the nutty

pieces draped in chocolate

pieces draped in chocolate. —Mildred Duffy, Bella Vista, Arkansas 19/48 Microwave Fudge 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings about 2-1/3 pounds (81 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’re moments away from a pan of creamy fudge. Just microwave, stir and spread. This easy homemade fudge recipe is the best. —Sue Tucker, Edgemoor, South Carolina 20/48 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

are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin 21/48 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. We are natives of the Lone Star State who moved to

Ohio when my husband was transferred several years ago

Ohio when my husband was transferred several years ago. —June Humphrey, Strongsville, Ohio 22/48 Warm Chocolate Melting Cups 46 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These little cakes have become a favorite of our guests. They are always surprised that such a chocolaty dessert is so light­—less than 200 calories apiece! —Kissa Vaughn, Troy, Texas 23/48 Buckeyes 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Buckeyes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 5-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These chocolate peanut

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