Colorful assortment of homemade Christmas candy recipes for holiday treats.

Christmas Candy Recipes

ByLéo Bernard

Why Make This Recipe

Christmas Candy is a wonderful treat to bring joy during the holiday season. It is simple to make and fun to share with family and friends. This recipe combines chocolate, candy canes, and nuts, resulting in a deliciously festive candy that everyone will love. It’s a perfect addition to festive gatherings or can be given as a sweet gift.

How to Make Christmas Candy

Ingredients:

  • Chocolate
  • Sugar
  • Candy canes
  • Nuts
  • Butter
  • Vanilla extract
  • Sweetened condensed milk

Directions:

  1. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Melt chocolate in a double boiler.
  3. Stir in sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Add candy canes and nuts, mixing well.
  5. Pour the mixture onto the baking sheet and spread evenly.
  6. Refrigerate until set, then cut into pieces and serve.

How to Serve Christmas Candy

Christmas Candy is great to serve on a festive platter. You can arrange the pieces neatly and add some decorative touches like sprinkles or holly for a holiday vibe. It pairs wonderfully with hot cocoa or coffee.

How to Store Christmas Candy

To keep your Christmas Candy fresh, store it in an airtight container. You can keep it in the fridge for up to two weeks. If you want to save it for a longer time, consider freezing it in a freezer-safe container.

Tips to Make Christmas Candy

  • Make sure the chocolate is melted completely for a smooth texture.
  • Crush the candy canes into small pieces for a nice crunch.
  • Feel free to mix different types of nuts or use your favorite toppings.

Variation

If you want to try something different, you can add dried fruits or swap out some nuts for mini marshmallows. This adds a unique twist to your candy.

FAQs

  1. Can I use white chocolate instead of regular chocolate?
    Yes, you can use white chocolate for a sweeter flavor. Just follow the same melting and mixing instructions.

  2. What if I don’t have a double boiler?
    You can melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts, stirring in between until smooth.

  3. Is it okay to leave out the nuts?
    Absolutely! You can omit the nuts if you prefer a nut-free version or if you have allergies.

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​Welcome to the world of Home Chef Stories. I am Léo Bernard, and I am honored to share with you a level of expertise forged at the pinnacle of gastronomy.
​With over 20 years of experience in the world’s most prestigious luxury hotels, I have had the privilege of working in environments where excellence is not just a goal, but a daily standard. From the brigades of five-star palaces to managing world-renowned kitchens, my career has been guided by an absolute commitment to perfection: the precision of the technique, the nobility of the ingredients, and the elegance of the final plate.

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