Chocolate truffles, toffee, barks, and fudge. These are just a few of the chocolate candy recipes ahead that will steal the spotlight with their rich flavors, tasty pairings, and make-in-bulk ease. We love giving homemade chocolate candy as gifts, sharing them with friends, and indulging in their sweet flavors for after-dinner treats.
Chocolate-Marshmallow-Peanut Clusters
Karla Conrad
Candy greatness doesn’t require an oven. This homemade chocolate candy recipe includes peanuts and marshmallows to prove that a no-bake treat is a perfect choice when you’re short on time.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
Karla Conrad
If you’re the type that can’t resist sneaking a taste of raw cookie dough mid-recipe, this is the chocolate candy recipe for you. Wrap edible chocolate chip cookie dough in melted chocolate, then drizzle with more chocolate. Trust us, it’s even better than licking the spoon.
Toffee-Butter Crunch
Better Homes & Gardens
This easy chocolate candy recipe will have you skipping the candy aisle at the store from now on. Our buttery homemade toffee comes together with just six ingredients. We especially love the semisweet chocolate spread and toasted nuts on top.
Ice Cube Tray Chocolates
Matthew Clark
Making chocolate candy is a cinch when you use household items like an ice cube tray. Fill this customizable chocolate candy recipe with whatever sweet ingredients you (or your family) love. The combination possibilities are endless, but our favorite is homemade chocolates with sweet, creamy add-ins such as dulce de leche, chocolate-hazelnut spread, and cookie butter.
Candy Cane Bark
Peter Krumhardt
Peppermint and milk chocolate are a perfect Christmas combination, but this chocolate candy tastes great year-round. Mix up a batch anytime you get a craving for fresh peppermint blended with creamy chocolate.
Chocolate Billionaires
Grant Webster
If you make homemade candy every Christmas, add this festive recipe to your rotation. In addition to caramel and chopped pecans, the filling is made with rice cereal which gives the candies an irresistibly crispy texture.
Kentucky Bourbon Balls
Jake Sternquist
Need a homemade food gift for the bourbon-lover in your life? Make a batch of homemade bourbon balls. If you prefer a milder flavor, make the balls two weeks before you plan to enjoy them. The alcohol will mellow as they sit.
Millionaire Candy
Rachel Marek
Millionaire candy is a favorite in the South. Each bite is filled with vanilla caramel, pecans, and chocolate. You can use either milk or dark in this homemade candy recipe, either is delicious. Don’t skip a generous sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top.
Cracker Candy
Jacob Fox
Cracker candy has been a nostalgic favorite for decades. To make a batch, start with graham crackers and a layer of buttery brown sugar toffee. Finish with melted chocolate and a sprinkle of chopped nuts. We’re also sharing cracker candy recipe variations like s’mores, peppermint, and potato chips.
Peanut Butter Balls
Andy Lyons
You’ll only need four ingredients to make a batch of these creamy peanut butter balls. Our food editor likes to make a batch and freeze them up to three months before the holiday.
No-Bake Chocolate-Cherry Dips
Jason Donnelly
This shortcut Christmas candy recipe starts with purchased cookies. Stuff vanilla cookies with a maraschino cherry filling and dip in melted chocolate. Add a few colorful sprinkles to finish the treats.
Millionaire Shortbread
Jacob Fox
If you’re making chocolate candies for a crowd, try this recipe for million dollar shortbread. A buttery shortbread crust is topped with caramel, chocolate, and flaky salt. Simply make a large pan and cut into individual servings.