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Halloween Worms

(40 reviews) Posted by Linda Johansen  

Notes: Use a cleaned 1-quart milk or orange juice carton to hold straws MORE»

Recipe #3092

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Kittencal's Caramel Apples

(58 reviews) Posted by KITTENCAL  

No caramels to unwrap for these there easy and fun to make and the best caramel apples, you may roll the caramel apples in mini M&M's, nuts, chocolate, cereal or just about anything just make certain to roll while the caramel is still soft... MORE»

Recipe #73274

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Peanut Butter Pumpkins

(15 reviews) Posted by Sue L  

Be a nut and putter your bumpkins. Have your own pumpkin patch right in your kitchen. After reading Melanie's helpful review, I thought it best to emphasize that you should add sugar to the dough until it is very stiff and leave it at that. MORE»

Recipe #39945

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Oreo Balls

(216 reviews) Posted by New Nana  

My sister's co-worker brought these to a party and they were quite a hit. I don't know where the recipe came from originally. MORE»

Recipe #52035

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Bernice's Halloween Spiders

(12 reviews) Posted by Linda's Busy Kitchen  

Quick N Easy to make, these little BUGGERS are GREAT for your next Halloween Party! Kids love these yummy treats, but don't think the adults won't like them, because they are a hit with both young and old! Serving size varies, depending on how... MORE»

Recipe #260629

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Linda's Bloodshot Eyeballs

(11 reviews) Posted by Linda's Busy Kitchen  

This is a GREAT idea for Halloween Party FUN! Bring these sweet little morsels to your next Halloween Party and they will be the HIT of the party! Preparation time does not include setting and chill time. MORE»

Recipe #260375

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Caramel Popcorn (not too sweet or sticky)

(72 reviews) Posted by ciao  

I think this is a great caramel popcorn recipe, and I have tried quite a few! They were either too sticky or too sweet. This one is neither. The caramel dries well and doesn't stick to your fingers, and the sweetness is just right. I use spanish... MORE»

Recipe #57591

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Popcorn Balls

(31 reviews) Posted by LizAnn  

I made these for a Valentine's Day bake sale and they were the first to go! The recipe was given to me by a friend. MORE»

Recipe #101459

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Chocolate Halloween Mice

(6 reviews) Posted by Dari Donovan  

Kids will love these and they are both fun and whimsical to make. MORE»

Recipe #138618

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The Clockmaker's Caramel Coated Popcorn (A Haunted Recipe)

(41 reviews) Posted by Southern Polar Bear  

In 1921, a German born clockmaker quit his well respected job to open a popcorn stand in Chicago’s Wicker Park District. The clockmaker’s typical fare was freshly popped popcorn drizzled with warm butter and sprinkled with salt; but his favorite,... MORE»

Recipe #181870

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Oreo Truffles

(168 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

These are so easy to make and so easy to eat! Cookies and Cream in truffle form. Divine! MORE»

Recipe #87967

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Pumpkin Fudge

(4 reviews) Posted by BecR  

Delicious pumpkin fudge! The perfect treat to enjoy with a mug of hot cider, cocoa or coffee--especially for Halloween or Thanksgiving. From Better Homes & Gardens. MORE»

Recipe #392872

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So There Reese's Peanut Butter Bars

(7 reviews) Posted by Mamablowfish  

These are the real deal. Tastes almost exactly like the candy. Great for holidays. Easy to make and freeze well for special occasions. MORE»

Recipe #355277

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Pumpkin Fudge

(19 reviews) Posted by ratherbeswimmin'  

From Gooseberry Patch Flavors of Fall. MORE»

Recipe #142264

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Fudge

(8 reviews) Posted by Andi of Longmeadow Farm  

Chocolate fudge that comes from the dog-eared pages of this cookbook. To this day, my family can down a whole pan of these before they have completely set. Yummy, especially licking the bowl. *Please Note*, add extra milk (a teaspoon at a time) if... MORE»

Recipe #221854

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Halloween Candy Apples

(5 reviews) Posted by Chef Dee  

Also from the Company's Coming series, another excellent recipe. We make these every Halloween. MORE»

Recipe #101064

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Bat Poop - for Halloween

(7 reviews) Posted by Tom&Candy  

Tom came up with this for our son's Halloween-themed birthday party. It was beyond nasty looking, but everyone loved it and took some home to show their parents. A hit! MORE»

Recipe #260527

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Grandpa Higginbottom's Popcorn Balls

(3 reviews) Posted by Nancy Higginbottom  

My family made these popcorn balls every year for Halloween.....as did my father's family and his father's family before them. A real family tradition! I don't give them out anymore but still make them every year for friends and family. Serving... MORE»

Recipe #45057

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Three Not so Blind Mice

(58 reviews) Posted by ~Rita~  

The cutest, delicate mice you ever saw! Everyone remarks about them. I give trays of assorted cookies each year and place them on top. They just make it! It actually is a help when the kids can put on the almonds. I don't remember where I got... MORE»

Recipe #47819

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Haystacks

(22 reviews) Posted by Smilynn  

These look like mini haystacks thus the name. Kids and adults love them. Very "Harvesty" when served on dish with the mini pumpkins or candy corn, etc. MORE»

Recipe #39870

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Homemade Marshmallows

(36 reviews) Posted by Lauren Clark  

I saw this recipe on a television show and it is a "good thing!" MORE»

Recipe #15589

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Yummy Pumpkin Fudge

(4 reviews) Posted by ChamoritaMomma  

I received this recipe from a dear friend of a friend....I thought with the holiday season upon us, everyone would enjoy something different from the "typical" fudge. MORE»

Recipe #263053

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Weight Watchers' Candy

(13 reviews) Posted by Elmolvsu  

I got this from my WW meeting leader. I have not made this yet, but each piece = 1 pt. MORE»

Recipe #85520

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Peanut Butter Balls

(67 reviews) Posted by Ali in Cali  

My mom helped me post this recipe. These candies are like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and are fun for kids to make because you don't have to cook them. My mom and I made these together. MORE»

Recipe #21812

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Milky Way Fudge

(1 reviews) Posted by Coffee lover  

I found thie recipe in a cookbook that I got for the Cook Book Swap 09. I have never made this but it just sounded good!! Can also be made with Snickers candy bars too!! MORE»

Recipe #364795

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Halloween Spiderweb Apples

(7 reviews) Posted by HollyQ  

Sort of a cross between a marshmallow treat and a candy apple. Disposable chopsticks make good sticks! MORE»

Recipe #140478

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Susie's Mounds Bars

(4 reviews) Posted by BakinBaby  

My friend makes these decadent little morsels at Christmastime. Simple ingredients make these quick, easy and to die for. MORE»

Recipe #345094

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Halloween Caramel Apples

(4 reviews) Posted by Chef Dee  

This recipe comes from the very popular Company's Coming cookbook series. MORE»

Recipe #100978

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Cranberry Almond Bark

(1 reviews) Posted by Sydney Mike  

Found this one in the 2009 cookbook, Taste of Home's Best Holiday Recipes. MORE»

Recipe #393809

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Mmmmm Caramel Apples

(1 reviews) Posted by Mrs.Chile  

This is a great way to enjoy fall, caramel apples taste fantastic and can be a lot of fun to make them. MORE»

Recipe #393704

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Crock Pot Candy

(72 reviews) Posted by Elizabeth Fullerton  

Easy homemade candy in your crock pot! MORE»

Recipe #18955

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Those Pretzel Things ( Pecan Rollo Bites)

(72 reviews) Posted by Kat Rahal  

My niece made these for our 4th of July party and they were gone before dessert was even served! Everyone loved them and kept going back for one more of "those pretzel things"! So easy to make- a definite for my Christmas cookie baskets. MORE»

Recipe #95220

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Almond Brickle- Easy

(1 reviews) Posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night  

Yummy! This is my all-time favorite homemade candy. I love the combination of buttery toffee with nuts and chocolate! It's REALLY EASY to make- you don't even need a candy thermometer for this one. Sometimes I use pecans instead of almonds... MORE»

Recipe #361882

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Chocolate Coconut Macadamia Drops

(5 reviews) Posted by alligirl  

These candies are quick to make, but allow 15-30 minutes for them to set up in the fridge before serving. Cook time is chill time. Very nice on a dessert tray...Posted for ZWT 5. MORE»

Recipe #370423

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Midnight Mint

(3 reviews) Posted by Boomette  

I did this recipe 2 times for a past Christmas. It was very successfully. If you love mint and chocolate, this is perfect for you. A real treat :P From Jean Paré. MORE»

Recipe #267257

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Gummy Bears

(16 reviews) Posted by Mysterygirl  

This recipe came from the Top Secret Recipes site a couple of years ago. It is a really simple kid pleasing recipe MORE»

Recipe #15145

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Caramel Apples

(3 reviews) Posted by Food Fan  

This is the best homemade caramel apple recipe I've ever used. It's from Bon Appétit, October 1999. Enjoy and try real caramel apples from scratch. MORE»

Recipe #266310

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Perfect Dipping Chocolate

(2 reviews) Posted by KITTENCAL  

Use only shortening for this, do not use butter, margarine or oil! Tips for dipping chocolate on bottom! MORE»

Recipe #199367

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Crunchy Part of a Cadbury's Crunchie Bar

(9 reviews) Posted by Mirj  

Cadbury's Crunchie Bars are one of my favorite candy bars. They are also my dentist's favorite candy bar, because if I eat enough of these I keep him in business. This is a Nigella Lawson recipe, from her book How to Be a Domestic Goddess. She... MORE»

Recipe #50122

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Pecan Clusters

(2 reviews) Posted by JackieOhNo!  

A glorious, giveable holiday treat with a minimum of effort and a maximum of impact. Requires 30 minutes of standing time, which is not included in the preparation time. MORE»

Recipe #297354

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