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Candy Basics (109)
This is Candy 101: I'll cover basic vocabulary, ingredients, and techniques to get you started making your very own candy.

Truffle Recipes (61)
Chocolate + Cream = Delicious Truffles! Here you will find truffle recipes for every occasion.

Fudge Recipes (82)
Recipes for all types of sugar and chocolate fudges. Fudge recipes including chocolate fudge, white chocolate fudge, sugar fudge, fruit fudge, and nut fudge.

Sugar Candy Recipes (55)
Lollypops, rock candy, taffy, licorice...these are just a sampling of the many treats you can make from simple sugar recipes.

Marzipan & Nut Recipes (100)
Calling all nuts! Walnuts, almonds, pecans, peanuts, and more are included in this directory of nut candies. Marzipan candy recipes are also included.

Chocolate Recipes (142)
Do you prefer rich dark chocolate, smooth milk chocolate or creamy white chocolate? Or maybe all three? Find recipes, tips and techniques for producing professional chocolate desserts here!

Gummy Candy Recipes (12)
Making your own gelatin-based candies can seem intimidating at first. Here, the process is demystified you'll find great recipes for jellies, gummies, and more. You'll never need to buy marshmallows at the store again!

Caramel & Toffee Recipes (68)
Caramel and toffee candies are versatile and easy to make. Here are some techniques and recipes for classic caramelized candies and nontraditional variations.

Fruit Candy Recipes (92)
Fresh or dried fruit can transform an average candy into a decadent treat. Here you will find fruit candy recipes involving fresh, dried, and candied fruit, along with chocolate, nuts, and great candy ingredients.

Marshmallow & Nougat Recipe (43)
Nougat and marshmallow candy recipes are frequently very similar, relying on whipped egg whites and a sugar syrup. Find numerous recipes and information on nougat and marshmallow right here.

Fondant & Creams Recipes (24)
Sometimes, candies are only as good as their filling. Get the best recipes for smooth, flavored cream and fondant treats here.

Kid-Friendly Candy Recipes (21)
Kids and candy go hand-in-hand, but sometimes homemade candy recipes can be too technical or dangerous for young kitchen assistants. These simple and safe recipes are a great way to introduce children to the joys of candymaking, and the finished products will appeal to the even the youngest candy enthusiast!

Holiday Candy Recipes (173)
Candy plays a big role in many holiday celebrations. Here you can find recipes and candy traditions for Halloween, Christmas, Easter, and more. Also look for recipes and tips for creating the perfect finishing touch on your desserts with sugar and chocolate decorations.

The Candy Industry (37)
Candy isn't just delicious, it's also big business. Learn about the history of the big brands, the latest products on the market, and careers in the candy industry.

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