Christmas Candy Recipe #5

In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it is nice to have a great candy recipe that is quick and easy to make.  If you are like me, it is difficult to spend a lot of time in the kitchen making your Christmas candy recipes.

No-Fuss Truffles Recipe

Ingredients


2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) milk chocolate or butterscotch chips

1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

1-1/4 cups ground toasted almonds, graham cracker crumbs or finely chopped salted peanuts

Directions

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chips; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes, stirring several times.

Fold in whipped topping. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Freeze for 1-1/2 hours or until firm.

Shape into balls; roll in almonds, crumbs or peanuts. Refrigerate or freeze in an airtight container. If frozen, remove from the freezer 30 minutes before serving. Yield: about 4-1/2 dozen.

Christmas Candy Recipe #4

I love caramels!! This recipe sounded so good and is pretty easy to make.

Chocolate Pecan Caramels Recipe

Ingredients


1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, softened, divided

1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips

2 cups packed brown sugar

1 cup light corn syrup

1/4 cup water

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

2 teaspoons Spice Island® Pure Vanilla Extract

Directions

Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil; butter the foil with 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle with pecans and chocolate chips; set aside.

In a heavy saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Stir in milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage).

Remove from heat and add vanilla. Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan). Cool completely before cutting. Yield: about 2-1/2 pounds (about 6-3/4 dozen).

Christmas Candy Recipe #3

Here is another great recipe that the kids can help you make.

Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Ingredients


4 cups (24 ounce) Nestlé® Tollhouse® Semi-Sweet Morsels

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1/8 teaspoon salt

Colored nonpareils and sprinkles

Directions

In a microwave or heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in milk, almond extract and salt. Cool to room temperature. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in nonpareils and sprinkles. Store in an airtight container. Yield: About 6 dozen (about 2-1/4 pounds).

Christmas Candy Recipe #2

Here is my new Christmas Candy Recipe #2

Mocha Truffles Recipe

2 packages (12 ounces each) Nestlé® Tollhouse® Semi-Sweet Morsels


1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

3 tablespoons instant coffee granules

2 teaspoons water

1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped

White candy coating, optional

Directions

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Add the cream cheese, coffee and water. Chill until firm enough to shape. Shape into 1-in. balls and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Chill for 1-2 hours or until firm.

In a microwave, melt chocolate coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Melt white coating and drizzle over truffles if desired. Yield: about 5-1/2 dozen.

Fun Recipe To Make!

I've been a little lapse at my blog for the past week.  I am currently up to my ears in candles.  I am doing a Dance Team fundraiser.  I sat down at the computer to look for new candy recipes for Christmas.  I will be sharing the recipes I found with my readers.  Let me know if you make any of the recipes and how they turned out for you.  This is a recipe that the kids can help you make. It is quick and easy!

Caramel Marshmallow Treats Recipe

Ingredients


5 cups crisp rice cereal, coarsely crushed

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

1 package (14 ounces) caramels

1 cup butter, cubed

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon Spice Island® Pure Vanilla Extract

1 package (16 ounces) large marshmallows

Directions

Line two baking sheets with waxed paper; set aside. Place cereal in a shallow bowl. In a large saucepan, cook and stir the milk, caramels and butter over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in the cinnamon and vanilla.

With a toothpick, dip each marshmallow into warm caramel mixture; turn to coat. Press marshmallow bottoms in cereal; place on prepared pans. Let stand until set. Yield: 5 dozen.