29 Christmas Candy Recipes Ideas

Christmas is coming, and with it, the joy of making and eating delicious Christmas candy! I have always loved making Christmas candies and cookies.

There are so many fun and festive recipes to try that you can change it up every year!

If you are looking for some new recipes to try this holiday season, here are 29 of the best Christmas candy recipes to choose from.

You’ll find everything from homemade fudge to peppermint bark to toffee and more!

1. Chocolate Covered Cherries

This classic chocolate-covered cherry recipe is the perfect homemade gift to give this year! You can make them with or without the alcohol, but the alcohol adds a lovely cherry flavor to the filling.

2. Christmas Crack

The name of this candy is fitting because it’s downright addictive.

A layer of buttery toffee is coated with a layer of melted chocolate and topped with a sprinkle of nuts and candy.

3. Peanut Brittle

Peanut brittle is a classic holiday treat, and for good reason. It’s crunchy, sweet, and loaded with peanuts. It’s also very easy to make.

The key to perfect peanut brittle is to cook the sugar until it turns a deep amber color. This will give the brittle a rich, toasty flavor.

Once you’ve made the brittle, let it cool completely, then break it into pieces and enjoy!

4. Christmas Fudge

There are so many types of fudge to make for the holidays! You can make it in the microwave, try a no-bake version, or even a chocolate version.

But this classic vanilla fudge is the best way to celebrate the season.

Top it with some crushed peppermint candies or even some Christmas sprinkles to make it look extra festive.

5. Peanut Butter Balls

There’s no baking required for these no-bake peanut butter balls.

They’re made with just six ingredients and are totally foolproof.

6. Chocolate Covered Pretzels

These easy chocolate covered pretzels are the perfect combination of salty and sweet.

Top with your favorite Christmas sprinkles to make them extra festive.

7. Easy Toffee

This easy toffee is made with just a few simple ingredients.

You can replace the walnuts with almonds, if you prefer, or leave them out altogether.

It’s delicious plain, but you can also top it with your favorite chopped nuts or drizzle with chocolate.

8. Homemade Caramels

These caramels are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. They’re a great edible gift to give to friends and family.

9. Christmas Chocolate Bark

Not only is this chocolate bark topped with a variety of Christmas candies, but it’s also made with a sprinkle of sea salt.

That little bit of salt makes the chocolate taste even richer and balances out the sweetness of the candy.

10. Chocolate Covered Nuts

If you’ve got a bowl of nuts on your Christmas table, you’ve got to try this recipe.

Melt dark, milk, or white chocolate to coat your favorite nuts and then sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

11. Christmas Candy Cane Fudge

Unwrap the holiday season with this Christmas Candy Cane Fudge recipe.

It’s a white chocolate fudge with a hint of peppermint and a swirl of red and green stripes.

It’s a beautiful and delicious addition to your Christmas dessert table.

You can use a variety of extracts to customize the flavor of this fudge to your liking.

Almond extract, coconut extract, or even orange extract are all delicious in this fudge recipe.

12. Christmas Muddy Buddies

Muddy buddies are a classic no-bake treat that are made with Chex cereal, chocolate, and powdered sugar.

This version is extra festive with the addition of red and green M&Ms!

Just like puppy chow, these crunchy, sweet, and salty treats are super easy to make and can be customized with different add-ins.

Try stirring in some pretzels, holiday sprinkles, or roasted nuts.

13. Christmas Peppermint Patties

Who doesn’t love peppermint patties? They’re so refreshing and creamy. This homemade version is even better than the store-bought kind.

The peppermint filling is made with just a few simple ingredients, including powdered sugar, coconut oil, and peppermint extract.

The white chocolate coating is the perfect finishing touch.

14. Christmas Puppy Chow

If you’re not making a big batch of this sweet and salty Chex mix, you’re doing Christmas wrong.

You can also call it Muddy Buddies, but this version is extra festive with the addition of holiday M&M’s and sprinkles.

15. Christmas Oreo Balls

These Oreo balls are a classic no-bake Christmas candy made with only 3 ingredients: crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and chocolate.

They’re sweet, creamy, and have the perfect crunch.

To make them extra festive, we added a little peppermint extract to the filling and crushed candy canes to the top.

16. Christmas Reindeer Chow

This sweet and salty snack mix is perfect for the holidays.

We used the classic muddy buddy recipe and added pretzels, Christmas M&M’s, and holiday sprinkles.

You can also swap the Chex cereal with popcorn or mini marshmallows for a fun twist.

17. Christmas Snack Mix

A little sweet, a little salty, and a whole lot of Christmas cheer! This snack mix is a perfect combination of sweet and salty ingredients.

Crunchy pretzels, crispy rice cereal, and mixed nuts are coated in a sweet, buttery coating, then tossed with red and green M&M’s.

18. Christmas Snowman Truffles

These snowman truffles are almost too cute to eat! The best part is that you can make the snowman heads ahead of time and freeze them, then dip them in white chocolate and decorate with a scarf and hat.

19. Cinnamon Rock Candy

This classic candy is perfect for Christmas! It’s flavored with cinnamon and makes a great gift.

20. Coconut Bon Bons

These old-fashioned candies are a Christmas classic.

With a creamy coconut filling and a crunchy chocolate coating, they’re the perfect sweet treat to add to your holiday dessert spread.

21. Cranberry Almond Chocolate Bark

This recipe is a bit more time consuming than the others, but it is worth it.

The cranberries and almonds give the bark a great crunch, and the tartness from the cranberries pairs perfectly with the sweet chocolate.

22. Easy Chocolate Truffles

These simple chocolate truffles are a great recipe to start with if you’re new to candy making.

They’re easy to make, don’t require a lot of ingredients, and can be customized with your favorite chocolate coatings or even a little sea salt on top.

23. Grinch Fudge

If you’re a fan of the classic Christmas movie, you’ll love this fudge.

It’s made with white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk and swirled with green food coloring.

Top with a heart sprinkle to make it extra festive.

24. Homemade Marshmallows

These fluffy, vanilla-flavored treats are perfect for topping your hot chocolate, but they’re also great on their own.

You can also add some crushed peppermint candy to the mix for a festive touch.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoy these Christmas candy recipes. We wish you a Merry Christmas and happy candy making!