Easy Christmas Candy Recipes
In this post I'm going to share several of my favorite Christmas Candy recipes, perfect for this holiday season! Most of these are easy to whip together and perfect to serve on your annual Christmas Cookie tray.
Looking for more holiday inspiration? Visit my Ultimate Christmas Dessert Hub for cookies, cakes, and more festive sweets.
Homemade candy is wonderful for sharing! For more treats you can package for friends and neighbors, see my homemade Christmas gifts from the kitchen.
A Trip Back in Time
When I think of Christmas candies, I'm reminded of my grandparents, who always made their candies homemade every Christmas. We would often give away jars of their delicious candies to friends, teachers, and neighbors.
Life was so different back then. The whole "pace" of Christmas was slower. The sense of waiting and wonder? Well, it propelled us back in the 60s and 70s, when I was a kid. The sounds of Christmas, the scents of Christmas. . .and most of all, the simplicity of those days is something I miss.
These memories are at the forefront of my mind as I share these delicious (mostly Old-Fashioned) candy recipes.
Welcome to the Christmas Candy Shop!
Come on in, friends! The shelves are overflowing with creamy fudge, buttery toffee, chocolate-covered goodies, and old-fashioned Christmas candies just like Grandma used to make.
And if you find yourself craving even more sweet treats, be sure to visit my Homemade Candy Shop, where you'll discover a whole world of homemade candy recipes to enjoy all year long.
Now, grab your imaginary shopping basket and let's fill it with Christmas sweetness!
Note: These are in no particular order but they are a feast for the eyes and the stomach. Just click the title or the photo to be linked immediately to the full recipe. Enjoy!
1. Easy 3-Ingredient Fudge
This is the perfect easy fudge recipe, only calling for three ingredients: chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and Oreos!
2. Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints)
In this post I show you how to make luscious soft Christmas peppermints, also known as Butter Mints. They’re perfect for the holidays or any time of year.
3. Easy Peanut Butter Snowballs
If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas candy, one rich with flavor, you’re going to love these delicious snowballs!
4. Old-Fashioned Divinity
If you love the light, sweet texture and flavor of divinity but you’ve been scared to make it because you think it’s too difficult, think again! This easy recipe comes together with ease. . .and tastes amazing. You’re going to love this southern confection!
5. Easy Peanut Brittle
If you love the crisp sweet flavor of brittle with the yummy crunch of peanuts, this is the recipe for you. This brittle is a family recipe, passed down over multiple generations. It’s easy, and definitely one you’ll pass on to your friends and loved ones.
6. Easy Chocolate Coconut Balls
If you’re a fan of those yummy Mounds bars you find in the supermarket, you’re going to flip over this simple recipe. These easy Chocolate Coconut Balls are just as good and simple to make!
7. Traditional English Toffee
It’s light, it’s crunchy, it’s buttery, it’s covered in chocolate nuts. What more could you ask for from a simple English Toffee recipe?
8. Easy Homemade Turtles Candy
If you love the combination of caramel, chocolate, and pecans, have I got an easy treat for you! These classic Turtles are a no-bake recipe. In fact, they’re so easy that the kids can help you!
9. Easy Candied Pecans
If you’re a pecan fan but you love a sweet coating on the outside, this simple recipe is going to blow you away. It’s truly one of the simplest and yummiest things I’ve made in ages. . .and that’s saying a lot! Best of all, it’s an easy stovetop recipe. No baking required!
10. Easy Holiday Peppermint Bark
Most people equate peppermint bark with the holidays but it’s yummy year-around! In fact, homemade peppermint bark is such a favorite with my grandkids that I actually created a peppermint bark fudge recipe on Christmas Eve. (I will share that recipe later. It got rave reviews from one granddaughter in particular.)
11. Easy Oreo Truffles
Just four ingredients and no baking required! These easy Oreo truffles are perfect for parties, gifts, and every occasion.
12. Quick and Easy Buckeyes
If you love that delicious combination of chocolate and peanut butter you’re going to flip over this simple candy recipe from Out of the Box Baking.
13. Puppy Chow (aka Muddy Buddies)
This is a simple no-bake sweet treat, perfect for the holidays! A little cereal, a little chocolate, a lot of powdered sugar. . .and you’ve got a tasty treat for your guests!
14. Simple Crock Pot Candy
If you’re looking for a simple but delicious chocolate candy, one you can make at home in the slow cooker and enjoy for weeks, this is the recipe for you!
15. Chocolate Covered Oreo Ornaments
Are they cookies or are they candies? A little of both, packed with a lot of flavor and a host of fun!
16. Easy Butterfinger Truffles
If you love the combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and crunchy Butterfinger candy bars, these decadent little truffles are sure to be a hit! They're perfect for Christmas candy trays, holiday parties, or packaging up as homemade gifts.
17. Easy Fantasy Fudge with Pecans
This rich, creamy Fantasy Fudge with Pecans is an old-fashioned holiday favorite, loaded with chocolatey goodness and crunchy pecans! It's perfect for Christmas candy trays, homemade gifts, or sharing with family and friends during the holidays.
18. Peanut Butter Fudge with Butterfinger Bits
If you love peanut butter and Butterfinger candy bars, this rich, creamy fudge is a dream come true! Packed with crunchy Butterfinger bits, it's a fun twist on traditional peanut butter fudge and a delicious addition to any Christmas candy tray.
19. Old-Fashioned Jelly Nougat
This old-fashioned Jelly Nougat Candy is a sweet trip down memory lane! With its creamy white nougat and colorful, chewy jelly candies, it's a nostalgic Christmas favorite that's as pretty on a holiday candy tray as it is delicious.
20. Easy Hot Cocoa Fudge
If you love a cozy mug of hot chocolate, you're going to adore this rich, creamy Hot Cocoa Fudge! With all the comforting flavors of everyone's favorite winter drink packed into a delicious little square, it's the perfect sweet treat for Christmas candy trays and holiday gifting.
21. Copycat Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
Who can resist that classic combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate? These homemade Copycat Reese's are a fun, easy way to recreate a favorite candy at home, and they're perfect for Christmas candy trays, holiday parties, or homemade gifts!
22. Old-Fashioned Cornflake Candy
This old-fashioned Cornflake Candy is a sweet, crunchy treat that brings back memories of Grandma's kitchen! Made with simple pantry ingredients, these irresistible little goodies are easy to whip up and make a wonderful addition to Christmas candy trays or homemade holiday gift boxes.
23. Easy Red Velvet Truffles
These beautiful Red Velvet Truffles are a festive little indulgence, with rich red velvet flavor wrapped in a delicious chocolate coating! Their pretty holiday color makes them a standout addition to Christmas candy trays, dessert platters, and homemade gift boxes.
24. Creamy Maple Walnut Fudge
This rich, creamy Maple Walnut Fudge combines the cozy sweetness of maple with the delightful crunch of walnuts for a truly old-fashioned treat! It's a wonderful addition to Christmas candy trays and makes a delicious homemade gift for anyone who loves nostalgic holiday sweets.
25. Easy Caramel Pecan Pralines
These Caramel Pecan Pralines are a Southern classic, combining rich, buttery caramel flavor with the irresistible crunch of pecans! They're a wonderful old-fashioned treat for Christmas candy trays, holiday gatherings, or wrapping up as sweet homemade gifts.
That's it for my Christmas candy recipes.
Here are some other Christmas compilations you might enjoy:
- 16 Easy Cookie Exchange Recipes: If you’re looking for a host of different cookie recipes to fill that holiday cookie exchange tray, you’ve come to the right place. These sixteen recipes are simple to make and perfect for a swap!
- My 26 Favorite Vintage Christmas Treats for 2026: The Christmas holidays are the perfect time for baking and here at Out of the Box Baking we’ve got a plethora of recipes sure to please even the most discriminating palate. In this post we’ll share 22 amazing (and easy) recipes perfect for the holiday season.
- Easy Christmas Cupcakes: Here at Out of the Box Baking we’re okay with admitting that we usually start with a boxed cake mix. Such is the case with these amazing Christmas cupcakes. They’re bright, colorful, and loaded with Christmas cheer. And, like so many of our other offerings, they start with the boxed mix of your choice.
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About the Author
Janice Thompson is an author, baker, and all-around mischief maker! She has overcome a host of baking catastrophes, including a toppled wedding cake, to learn more about the baking process. Janice has published over 150 books for the Christian market but particularly enjoys writing recipes and baking devotions. To learn more about Janice or to drop her a note, visit her About the Author page.
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