Recipes and Cooking Desserts & Baking Candy Recipes 17 Easy Chocolate Candy Recipes That You'll Want to Make in Bulk By Katlyn Moncada Katlyn Moncada Instagram Katlyn Moncada is the associate food editor at BHG.com, sharing food news and tutorials on becoming better home cooks. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience in digital media, photography, and video production. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on November 17, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Jason Donnelly 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 (bacon and chocolate, anyone?), 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. 01 of 17 Chocolate-Marshmallow-Peanut Clusters View Recipe Karla Conrad Candy greatness doesn't require an oven. Our homemade chocolate candy recipe combines peanuts and marshmallows to prove that a no-bake treat is a perfect choice when you're short on time. 02 of 17 Hazelnut Haystacks View Recipe Andy Lyons Did you know that you can make chocolate candy in your slow cooker? Two kinds of chocolate and chocolate-hazelnut spread combine with chow mein noodles and pretzels to form a salty-sweet treat. Wrap them up and give them to friends or family as a delicious food gift for the holidays. Buy It: Crock-Pot Slow Cooker ($40, Target) 03 of 17 Fabulous Five-Minute Fudge View Recipe Peter Krumhardt Four ingredients (three, if you leave out the nuts), a bowl, and a microwave are all you need to pull together this easy chocolate candy recipe. The rich, decadent fudge takes 5 minutes to prepare. The hardest part is letting it chill before diving in for a piece. 04 of 17 Peanut Butter Cups View Recipe Jason Donnelly Everyone loves a good peanut butter cup, and our homemade chocolate candy version is no exception. A chunky peanut butter filling and chopped peanuts sprinkled on top amp up the nutty flavor. 05 of 17 Two-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge View Recipe Emily Hemmingsen and Jake Sternquist No one will ever believe this rich, thick, and sweet fudge was made with just two simple ingredients. That's right, the magical chocolate candy recipe only requires a can of chocolate frosting and a jar of peanut butter for the ultimate cure for any sweet tooth craving. Whip up this easy chocolate candy ahead and store in the freezer up to 2 months. Must-Know Tips and Tricks to Freezing Cookies and Cookie Dough 06 of 17 Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles View Recipe 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. 07 of 17 Toffee-Butter Crunch View Recipe Blaine Moats 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. 08 of 17 Triple-Chocolate Cake Balls View Recipe Andy Lyons Talk about decadent desserts for chocolate fans. Count them with us: cocoa powder, chocolate graham crackers, and semisweet chocolate pieces. Three types of chocolate add up to a winning chocolate candy recipe. 09 of 17 Candy Buckeyes View Recipe Yunhee Kim This is a classic chocolate candy recipe no one can resist biting into. A quick butter, sugar, and peanut butter mix form the truffle base. Dip into melted chocolate for a one-bite wonder that is perfect for toting to potlucks and holiday parties. 10 of 17 No-Bake Truffle Treats View Recipe Blaine Moats Give the oven a break and make this chocolate candy recipe for a quick no-bake dessert. Start with the main ingredients, which include white chocolate, crushed cookies, almonds, and cherries. From there, try one of three variations of the chocolate-covered candies featuring nuts and extra chocolate. 11 of 17 Mocha-Orange Bark View Recipe Kritsada Panichgul Swirl chopped chocolate-covered coffee beans into dark chocolate, then sprinkle with candied orange peel to add zesty sweetness to rich candy bark. We love giving the delicious chocolate candy as a gift for holidays or housewarmings. 12 of 17 Ice Cube Tray Chocolates View Recipe Matthew Clark Making chocolate candy is a cinch when you use household items like an ice cube tray. Fill your customizable chocolate candy with whatever sweet ingredients you (or your family) loves. The combination possibilities are endless, but we love creating homemade chocolates with sweet, creamy add-ins such as dulce de leche, chocolate-hazelnut spread, and cookie butter. 13 of 17 Chocolate-Rum Petits Fours View Recipe Kritsada Panichgul This adorable mini dessert is going to be a hit at your next gathering. Itty-bitty petits fours provide just the right amount of chocolate candy. Make homemade chocolate ganache (we provide the recipe) for over-the-top richness. 14 of 17 Brownie Surprise Pops View Recipe Kritsada Panichgul What's the surprise in the chocolate candy pops? The chocolate-hazelnut brownie underneath each drizzle of homemade chocolate frosting, that's what. It's the perfect after-dinner treat for chocolate lovers. 15 of 17 Bacon-Chocolate Bark View Recipe Blaine Moats If you've never had bacon with chocolate before, prepare to be amazed. Smooth and creamy chocolate plus crunchy, salty bacon equals one dreamy dessert. Make the homemade chocolate candy for any occasion and watch it disappear. 16 of 17 Candy Cane Bark View Recipe 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. 17 of 17 Mint-Chocolate Slab View Recipe Andy Lyons For an indulgent (and fuss-free) dessert, melt chocolate, pour it over mint patties, and scatter candies on top. The slab of chocolaty goodness is an easy option for making homemade candy. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! 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