Pure decadence.

Dulce de leche, which literally means “sweet milk” in Spanish, is a heavenly caramel-like sauce beloved across Latin America. Made by slowly cooking sweetened milk until it transforms into a thick, golden delight, it’s a little creamier and not as sweet than your classic caramel but just as dreamy. Think of it as caramel’s sophisticated cousin who always brings dessert to the party. Here’s the great news: dulce de leche is very easy to make, using only one ingredient! Yes, just one.

This golden, creamy delight is like a warm hug in dessert form. Whether you’re swirling it into ice cream, slathering it on toast, or eating it straight from the spoon (hey, no shame here), dulce de leche is pure magic in a jar.

This buttery, chocolatey, almond-studded treat is easy to make and even easier to eat.

But what exactly is Almond Roca? At its core, it’s a delicious combination of crunchy toffee made from butter and sugar, coated in smooth chocolate, and topped with a generous sprinkle of roasted almonds. It’s the perfect mix of rich, sweet, and nutty flavors with a texture that snaps in the most satisfying way.

The Sweet Science: Mastering the Stages of Cooking Sugar for Perfect Candy

Making candy is a fun (yet sometimes stressful) mix of art and science. Whether you're whipping up silky caramels, crunchy brittles, or fluffy marshmallows, knowing the different stages of cooking sugar is the key to nailing the perfect texture and flavor every time. So let’s dive in! I’ll explain each sugar stage, the temperatures you need to hit, and the delicious candies that match. Plus, I’ll share my favorite candy thermometers to help make your sweet treats a success.

Tempering chocolate is a special way of melting and cooling chocolate so it ends up shiny, snappy, and smooth—just like the kind you see on fancy chocolate bars or truffles. It also helps the chocolate set properly and not melt all over your hands.

The elusive marshmallow seems like a daunting candy to make, but if you follow a few specific steps and are ready to get a little sticky, you will be rewarded with soft, pillowy marshmallows that you can proudly say that you made yourself. Homemade marshmallows are not only delicious, they have this amazing melting quality to them. They become so luscious and gooey when warmed up, you will rethink the store bought version. Ready to try making marshmallows? Sure you are!

These little butter mints melt right in your mouth, I dare you to eat just one! I have adjusted this recipe so you don’t have to haul out the mixer, just melt the butter instead and mix together the ingredients in one bowl. A fun dough that resembles play dough starts to form and from there, you choose the colours and shapes for these mints. These are great to have on hand when you are hosting, or they make a beautiful gift when presented in a jar or box. Either way, these will be appreciated as a sweet little minty treat.

If you enjoy peanut butter cups, you will love this fudge! A rich, smooth layer of peanut butter fudge, topped with salted chocolate ganache will make this decadent treat a favourite. This type of fudge is using sweetened condensed milk, so it is incredibly creamy and no-fail!!

These homemade turtles will be the hit of any gathering you bring these to! With three delicious components, this is an easy, Christmas candy that the kids will love to help make and enjoy.

There is nothing quite like that cool, smooth pepperminty inside with semi sweet chocolate on the outside. These peppermint patties are super simple to make and even better than the store bought version!

An easy and quick recipe for one mug of hot chocolate, because sometimes you just want a good cup of homemade hot chocolate!

These little gummies have a boozy little secret! Provided is the recipe for a basic gummy, then you decide what alcohol you’d like to use to make your boozy bears. I also give a few cocktail options to make them extra fun!

Fast, easy and delicious. These toffee bits are so buttery and crunchy, you’ll be finding anything to put these on!

Take my very scientific quiz to see if candy making at home is right for you.

want that nostalgic green apple and caramel taste in a lolly without having to visit the dentist? Just make them yourself!

Homemade caramel apples are always a good idea, but when you wrap them with marshmallow spiderwebs, it's next level!

These spooky spider truffles are actually pretty adorable and very easy to make! Get the kids in there and have some fun with these chocolatey treats.

A new spin on an old classic. Marbled candy apples are a fun way to make any candy apple more personalized. Choose your colours and swirl away!

Apple cider gummies are a fun twist on a fall classic. You'll love these chewy little bursts apple and cinnamon. Kid's will love making and eating up these!

Toffee covered apples are crunchy, buttery, sweet and salty treats, sure to be your next favourite fall apple recipe.

Easy and delicious microwave caramel sauce.