Good Christmas Candy Recipe

Name: Good Christmas Candy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. candied pineapple (boxed and chopped); 1 1/2 c. Brazil nuts, cut in half; 2 c. pecans, chopped; 1 c. white corn syrup; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 c. box candied cherries, cut in halves; 1 1/2 c. coarsely chopped English walnuts; 3 c. white sugar; 1 1/2 c. light cream or half and half

Servings: persons

1
Fix fruit and nuts; set aside.
2
Combine sugar, syrup, cream and salt; bring to boil, stirring until all sugar is dissolved. Stop stirring.
3
Continue boiling until mixture forms medium hard ball in cold water or 231u00b0.
4
Remove from heat and beat immediately with electric mixer.
5
Beat until thick and creamy and candy holds form.
6
Add vanilla, fruit and nuts.
7
Press in glass pans or pans lined with foil.
8
Let cool and cut.
9
This is moist and keeps for weeks.
10
Better as it ages.

2317

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

232

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. candied pineapple (boxed and chopped), 1 1/2 c. Brazil nuts, cut in half, 2 c. pecans, chopped, 1 c. white corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Good Christmas Candy falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Good Christmas Candy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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