Maple Butter Bits

If you like taffy, this recipe is for you! It is versatile and, depending on the degree that you cook it, can be creamy chewy bits or even a delicious hard-candy treat. Give it a try today for a treat sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!     CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch …

Oreo Truffles

These Oreo truffles are the perfect treat for any event. It only takes 3 to 4 ingredients depending on if you’re going to use one kind of chocolate or two. They are so easy to make and I took it one step further and took the filling of the Oreos and put it in the middle of the truffle. I hope you enjoy making and eating them.      

Maple Candy Crunch

This maple candy has a wonderfully light crunch from the rice crispies and makes for a wonderful dessert. You can eat this by itself or crumble it up on top of vanilla ice cream to add some flavor to your frozen treat. Any way that you eat this, if you like maple, you’re sure to love this recipe.   CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In …

Coconut Candy

When I first looked at this recipe and saw that it had mashed potatoes in it, I was quite curious to say the least! There’s such a small amount in comparison to the other ingredients that they don’t contribute to the taste at all. Merely just a bonding agent. If you love coconut and chocolate these are great for a little snack and to curb your sweet tooth!

Easy 5 Minute Chocolate Mint Fudge

Fudge is a traditional American dessert.  It comes in all flavors and textures.  It’s fun to eat but not always fun to make.  Here is a quick and simple way to make fudge without all the hassle of candy thermometers and stand mixers.  Just 5 minutes to cook and you are on your way to fudge utopia.  Have fun and mix it up with your own flavors and textures.  It’s sure to be a favorite that will last generations.

White Chocolate Caramel Pecan Bon Bons

I’m not a huge fan of dark chocolate, easily preferring milk chocolate. But my favorite? White chocolate. The sweetness always explodes on my taste buds. I love the creamy, rich flavor, as well as the fact that white chocolate is easy to color in any way I want. I tried it with a chewy caramel pecan candy recipe that I had. They are rich in flavor, creamy, and as chewy as the name implies. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I did!

Coconut Macaroons and Glace Fruit Macaroons

These are crisp and golden brown on the outside, but very light and chewy on the inside Coconut Macaroons are delightful and tasty sweet treats that can be used to begin or end many occasions where a dessert is desired.  These great small balls of Coconut Macaroons can be prepared well in advance of the occasion or event and especially lengthy spring vacation periods and Christmas and Easter holidays.  Additionally, Coconut Macaroons can be made in either small or large batches depending on occasion or event and are easy to serve via hand tray, toothpick, or simply served as a …

Nut Brittle

Nut Brittle is one of those fun candies that you can completely customize to your flavor tastes and nut preference. I make this every holiday season. In this photo, I used pistachios.