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christmas candy gifts

Christmas Candy Gifts: 5 Joyful Treats to Make Today

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 pieces 1x
  • Category: Sweets
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious homemade Christmas candy gifts perfect for sharing.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a saucepan.
  2. Add heavy cream and butter, stir until well mixed.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Let it boil for 5 minutes without stirring.
  5. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
  6. Pour into a greased pan and let cool.
  7. Cut into squares and package as gifts.

Notes

  • Store in a cool place.
  • Use decorative bags for gift presentation.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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