Penguin - 25 simple candy recipes

Whether you are looking for a delicious treat to serve at your next dinner party or you want to make something special for your kids, these simple candy recipes are sure to be a hit. From classics like peanut butter cups and walnut fudge to special recipes like chocolate truffles and homemade marshmallows, there is something for everyone in this book. These candy recipes are sure to please and they can be used for more than your personal enjoyment - try selling them at your next bake sale fundraiser or wrap them up as gifts! The possibilities are endless! If you are looking for a fun and festive holiday treat, this peppermint bark is the perfect choice. Simple to make and delectable to enjoy, this treat is sure to hit the spot! Ingredients:

• 2 bags white chocolate chips
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup peppermint candies

Instructions: 1. Line a 9x12-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.2. Melt the semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave until smooth. Spread the melted chocolate on the bottom of the baking sheet, spreading with a spatula.3. Heat the white chocolate chips in a double boiler, stirring until melted. Pour the melted white chocolate over the semisweet chocolate in the baking sheet and spread it evenly.4. Crush the peppermint candies using a mallet or rolling pin then sprinkle them on top of the white chocolate.5. Refrigerate the bark for about an hour until it hardens then remove it from the baking sheet and break it into pieces. These chocolate-dipped pretzel rods are a hit with children. Let your kids help you make them by providing them with all the supplies they need to decorate the pretzels after you dip them in chocolate. Don't be afraid to get creative with your toppings - try crushing up your favorite candy bar or drizzle the pretzels with melted white chocolate! Ingredients:

• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp. vegetable shortening
• Pretzel rods
• Toppings: chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, crushed cookies, etc.

Instructions: 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.2. Heat the chocolate chips in a double boiler over medium heat, stirring until smooth. Stir in the vegetable shortening to thin the chocolate.3. Dip the pretzel rods into the chocolate then lay them flat on the prepared baking sheet.4. Sprinkle your favorite toppings over the pretzel rods then refrigerate them for 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens before removing them from the tray. Do you love chocolate-covered cherries but hate paying candy store prices for them?This recipe makes it easy to create your own cherry cordials that make great gifts - you could also just save them for yourself! Ingredients:

• cup brandy
• 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained with stems removed
• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions: 1. Combine the cherries and brandy in a small bowl then cover and freeze for 4 hours.2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.3. Heat the chocolate chips in a double boiler over medium heat, stirring until smooth.4. Spoon a teaspoon of melted chocolate onto the baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until firm.5. Meanwhile, remove the cherries from the freezer and pat them dry.6. Place one cherry on each dab of chocolate on the baking sheet and pour enough melted chocolate over it to cover the cherry.7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm then remove the cherry cordials from the baking sheet. These chocolate nut clusters can be made with any kind of nut or a combination of your favorites! Try them with crunchy almonds or use a mixture of peanuts and cashews. Ingredients:

• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cups chopped nuts
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions: 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.2. Heat the chocolate chips in a double boiler over medium heat until melted, stirring frequently.3. Remove chocolate from heat then stir in the chopped nuts and vanilla extract.4. Spoon the chocolate nut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in tablespoon-sized scoops, spacing them about an inch apart.5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm before removing from the baking sheet. Everybody loves the combination of chocolate and peanut butter - these peanut butter cups are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth. It couldn't be simpler - just melt the chocolate and peanut butter then pour them into the mini muffin tins! Ingredients:

• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup smooth peanut butter
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• Mini muffin tin liners

Instructions: 1. Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners and set aside.2. Heat the chocolate chips in a double boiler over medium heat until melted, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.3. Microwave the peanut butter in a microwave safe bowl for 45 seconds or so until melted and creamy.4. Use a teaspoon to fill the bottom of each paper liner then spoon in a teaspoon of melted peanut butter.5. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until the chocolate is firm. Fill the paper liners the rest of the way with melted chocolate then refrigerate until firm. This recipe for jellied fruit is a simple way to create colorful and tasty fruit-flavored candies. If you love gumdrops, give this recipe a try - you might be amazed at how many different flavors you can accomplish with a little creativity! Ingredients:

• 1 oz. powdered gelatin
• 2 cups granulated sugar, divided
• 1 1/3 cups fruit juice, divided
• 2 cups fruit jam

Instructions: 1. Combine 2/3 cup fruit juice with the gelatin in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes.2. Heat the remaining juice and 1 cups sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Stir frequently, cooking until the sugar dissolves.3. Whisk in the fruit jam then bring to a boil again and cook until it thickens.4. Stir in the gelatin mixture until dissolved then pour the mixture through a mesh sieve into an 8-inch glass baking dish.5. Refrigerate for 3 hours or until set. Pour the remaining sugar in a shallow dish. Cut the jelly into small squares and roll them in sugar before serving.