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This Nutty Nougat Caramel Bites recipe was a finalist winner of the Nestlé Toll House “Share the Very Best” recipe contest, this dessert was created by Diane Bartels of Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Have you ever made your own nougat? If not, here's a great first-try recipe!

Nutty Nougat Caramel Bites

all-purpose flour

baking soda

salt

(2 sticks) buttersoftened

brown sugar

granulated sugardivided

(about 3.4 ounces) butterscotch-flavored instant pudding mix

eggsslightly

vanilla extractdivided

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morselsdivided

(1/2 stick) butter

NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk

(7 ounces) marshmallow creme

peanut butterdivided

(about 8 ounces) coarsely chopped salted peanuts

(14 ounces) caramelsunwrapped

heavy whipping cream

(6 ounces) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Milk Chocolate Morsels

Preheat oven to 350° F. Line 17 x 11 x 1-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Combine flourbaking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat 1 cup butterbrown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add pudding mixeggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in 1 1/3 cups butterscotch morsels. Spread and pat dough evenly into prepared baking pan.

Bake for 10 to 11 minutes or until light golden brown. Carefully hold pan 2 to 3-inches above a heat-resistant surface and allow pan to drop. (This creates a chewier cookie base.) Cool completely in pan on wire rack.

Melt 1/4 cup butter in mediumheavy-duty saucepan over medium heat. Add remaining 1 cup granulated sugar and evaporated milk; stir. Bring to a boilstirring constantly. Boilstirring constantlyfor 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir in marshmallow creme1/4 cup peanut butter and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add peanuts; stir well. Spread nougat mixture over cookie base. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until set.

Combine caramels and cream in mediumheavy-duty saucepan. Cook over low heatstirring constantlyuntil caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Spread caramel mixture over nougat layer. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until set.

Melt milk chocolate morselsremaining 1/3 cup butterscotch morsels and remaining 1/4 cup peanut butter in mediumuncoveredmicrowave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 1 minute; STIR.Morsels may retain some of their original shape.If necessarymicrowave at additional 10 to 15-second intervalsstirring just until morsels are melted.Spread icing over caramel layer. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

To servelet stand at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes. Cut into pieces. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

You can't beat the original. Satisfy your chocolate craving with some Toll House Famous Fudge.

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Famous Fudge

sugar

(5 fluid-ounce can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk

butter

marshmallows

(9 ounces) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels

pecans

vanilla extract

Combine sugarevaporated milkbutter and salt in mediumheavy-duty saucepan.Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heatstirring constantly.Boilstirring constantlyfor 4 to 5 minutes.Remove from heat.

Stir in marshmallowsmorselsnuts and vanilla extract.Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted.Pour into prepared baking pan; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.Lift from pan; remove foil.Cut into 48 pieces.

Traditional Butterscotch Fudge has wonderful flavors and is great to try when you like a different twist on a classic dessert.

Traditional Butterscotch Fudge

(11-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels

chopped nuts

Combine sugarevaporated milkbutter and salt in mediumheavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heatstirring constantly. Boilstirring constantlyfor 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir in marshmallowsmorselsnuts and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into prepared baking pan; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.

The reviews are in! This five-star recipe makes an unforgettably delectable holiday gift – one family, friends, and coworkers won't soon forget. And with easy variations, you can make milk chocolate, butterscotch, or peanutty chocolate fudge.

CARNATION® Famous Fudge

For Milk Chocolate Fudge: Substitute 1 3/4 cups (11.5-ounce package) NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Milk Chocolate Morsels for Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels.

For Butterscotch Fudge: Substitute 1 2/3 cups (11-ounce package) NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels for Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels.

For Peanutty Chocolate Fudge: Substitute 1 2/3 cups (11-ounce package) NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Morsels for Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels and 1/2 cup chopped peanuts for pecans or walnuts.

Chocolate Holiday Peppermint Bark makes for a great presentation, and it's easy to do! Add it to your list of Holiday Gift Ideas for the chocolate lovers in your life.

Holiday Chocolate Peppermint Bark

(12-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels

hard peppermint candiesunwrapped

Microwave morsels in mediumuncoveredmicrowave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 1 minute; STIR.Morsels may retain some of their original shape.If necessarymicrowave at additional 10- to 15-second intervalsstirring just until morsels are melted.

Place peppermint candies in heavy-duty plastic bag. Crush candies using rolling pin or other heavy object. While holding strainer over melted morselspour crushed candy into strainer. Shake to release all small candy pieces; reserve larger candy pieces. Stir morsel-peppermint mixture.

Spread mixture to desired thickness on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with reserved candy pieces; press in lightly. Let stand for about 1 hour or until firm. Break into pieces.Recipe makes 1 pound of candy.Store in airtight container at room temperature.

White Chocolate Toffee Fudge

(12-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Premier White Morsels

(14 ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Sweetened Condensed Milk

peanut butter

(5 ounces) toffee candydivided

Line 8-inch-square baking pan with foilleaving an overhang on all sides.

Combine morselscondensed milk and peanut butter in microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervalsstirring after eachuntil mixture is just melted and smooth.Stir in 1/2 cup toffee candy.Spread evenly in prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup toffee candy on top and press lightly.

Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours. Lift the fudge from pan using the overhanging foil.Cut into 48 pieces.Store refrigerated in airtight container.

NESTLÉ® Very Best Fudge

(12 fluid ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk

DIAMOND OF CALIFORNIA® pecans or walnuts (optional)

Line 13 x 9-inch baking pan or two 8-inch-square baking pans with foil.

Combine sugarevaporated milkbutter and salt in 4- to 5-quart heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heatstirring constantly. Boilstirring constantlyfor 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir in marshmallowsmorselsnuts and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into prepared pan(s).Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into pieces.Store tightly covered in refrigerator.Makes about 4 pounds.

Chopped peanuts and marshmallows add extra distinction to this Peanut Butter Fudge.

Peanut Butter Fudge

peanuts (optional)

Combine sugarevaporated milkbutter and salt in a mediumheavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heatstirring constantly. Boilstirring constantlyfor 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir in marshmallowsmorselspeanut butter and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into foil-lined 8-inch square baking pan; cool for 1 minute. Top with peanutspressing in slightly. Chill for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.

Add this Peppermint Fudge to your repertoire of holiday delights. You'll find the creamy fudge topped with pieces of crushed peppermint hard to resist.

Peppermint Fudge

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels

peppermint extract

crushedhard peppermint candy

Stir in marshmallowsmorselsvanilla extract and peppermint extract.Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted.Pour into prepared baking pan; cool for 1 minute.Top with candypressing in slightly.Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.Lift from pan; remove foil.Cut into 48 pieces.

Surprise your guests with this delicious fudge alternative. These Maple Oat Fudge Squares take just 30 minutes to prepare and are sure to be a hit.

Maple Oat Fudge Squares

(8 ounces) miniature marshmallowsdivided

margarine

whole grain oat cereal

NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Lowfat 2% Milk

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Premier White Morsels

maple flavoring

walnuts

Combine 2 cups marshmallows and margarine in medium saucepan. Cookstirring constantlyover medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until marshmallows are melted. Remove from heat; stir in cereal until coated. Press onto bottom of 13 x 9-inch baking pan coated with nonstick cooking sprayusing spatula coated with nonstick cooking spray.

Combine margarinesugarevaporated milk and salt in mediumheavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a boilstirring constantlyover medium heat. Cookstirring constantlyfor 4 1/2 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add remaining 2 cups marshmallowsmorsels and maple flavoring; stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows and morsels are completely melted. Pour over prepared crust. Sprinkle with nuts; press in slightly. Chill for 2 hours or until firm. Cut into squares.

These no-bake chocolate and mint bars include the perfect flavor combinations – a chocolate cookie crust, a creamy layer of mint and melted chocolate morsels on top. Trust us, they will be devoured in minutes!

Easy No-Bake Creamy Chocolate Mint Bars

(12-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morselsdivided

(2 sticks) buttersofteneddivided

(about 30 cookies) finely crushed chocolate wafer cookies

milk

peppermint extractdivided

green food coloring

Microwave 1/3 cup morsels and 1/3 cup butter in smalluncoveredmicrowave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 30 seconds; STIR.If necessarymicrowave at additional 10- to 15-second intervalsstirring just until morsels are melted. Stir crushed cookies into melted morsel mixture. Press onto bottom of prepared pan.Refrigerate for 10 minutes or until firm.

Meanwhilebeat 1/3 cup buttermilk1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract and vanilla extract in medium mixer bowl until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add food coloring1 drop at a timeuntil desired color is reached. Spread powdered sugar mixture evenly over cookie crumb layer.

Microwave remaining 1 2/3 cups morselsremaining 1/3 cup butter and remaining 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract in smalluncoveredmicrowave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 30 seconds; STIR.If necessarymicrowave at additional 10- to 15-second intervalsstirring just until morsels are melted.Let stand for 10 minutes.Spread chocolate layer evenly over powdered sugar mixture. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.For easier cuttingallow bars to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

Combine two of your favorite treats to create this decadent chocolate chip cookie fudge – what’s not to love!

Easy NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Cookie Fudge

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Refrigerated Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar Dough

Bake cookies according to package directions.Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes; remove to wire rack to cool completely. Chop cookies into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 cups).

Combine morsels and sweetened condensed milk in mediumheavy-duty saucepan. Warm over lowest possible heatstirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in 1 1/2 cups cookie pieces and vanilla extract.

Spread evenly into prepared baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cookie piecespressing in gently. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.

Beautifully swirled, this new twist on the classic NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Famous Fudge combines our semi-sweet chocolate and white morsels to create creamy confection perfection. These treats are perfect for holiday gift giving or to serve at holiday gatherings.The key to success on this recipe is to read the recipe through prior to preparing, have all your ingredients measured out, the baking pan prepared and work quickly!

Swirled Fudge

(5 fluid-ounces can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk

mini marshmallows

(6 ounces) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels

Combine sugarevaporated milkbutter and salt in mediumheavy-duty saucepan.Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heatstirring constantly.Boilstirring constantlyfor 3 minutes.Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and marshmallows.Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted.

Working fastpour 1/2 cup hot mixture into glass measure.Add white morsels (do not stir); set aside.

Working faststir in semi-sweet morsels into saucepan until morsels are just melted.Pour into prepared pan.

Stir white morsel mixture until morsels are just melted.

Drizzle white morsel mixture over semi-sweet chocolate mixture; swirl with knife for marbled effect.Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.

Who says fudge has to be chocolate? One try of this rich, creamy Vanilla-Macadamia Nut Fudge and you'll be adding it to your holiday table this year! From the kitchens of Carol Gillespie of Chambersburg, PA, this recipe is a 1st Prize winner in the NESTLÉ TOLL HOUSE and Better Homes & Gardens recipe contest.

Vanilla-Macadamia Nut Fudge

(1 stick) butterplus

coconut milk

(7 ounces) marshmallow crème

macadamia nutschopped

coconut extract

Line 9-inch-square baking pan with foilextending foil over edges of pan.Grease foil with butter.Butter sides of 3-quart heavy-duty saucepan.

Combine sugarcoconut milk and remaining 1/2 cup butter in prepared saucepan.Cook over medium heatstirring frequentlyuntil mixture boils.Clip a candy thermometer to side of panmaking sure the bottom of the thermometer does not touch bottom of pan.Reduce heat to medium-low.Continue boiling at a moderatesteady rate without stirringuntil thermometer registers 238° F.softball stage (about 15 minutes).Adjust heat as necessary to maintain a steady boil.Remove from heat.

Stir in morsels until melted and smooth.Stir in marshmallow crèmenutsvanilla and coconut extracts until well combined.Transfer mixture to prepared baking pan; cool for 3 to 4 hours or until firm.

Lift from pan; remove foil.Cut into 48 pieces.Store tightly covered.

If you like cookies and cream, you’ll have to try this rich, decadent fudge made with cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Premier White Morsels, marshmallow crème and CARNATION® Evaporated Milk.Vicki Fretwell and son Jacob created this 1st Prize winning recipe in their kitchen in Naples, TX.

Cookies & Cream Fudge

(1 1/2 sticks) butter

cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies

vanilla extract (optional)

Combine sugarbutter and evaporated milk in mediumheavy-duty saucepan.Bring to a full rolling boilstirring constantly.Boilstirring constantlyfor 3 minutes.Remove from heat.

Stir in morselsmarshmallow crèmefinely crushed cookies and vanilla extract.Pour into prepared pan.Sprinkle crumbled cookies on top.Gently swirl cookies into fudge using a knife without touching bottom of pan.Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.Lift from pan; remove foil.Cut into 36 pieces.Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

These wonderful Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Fudge Squares will be adored by the dessert lovers in your group. Perfect for entertaining or family snacks.

Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Fudge Squares

Nonstick cooking spray

marshmallowsdivided

rice

(5 fluid-ounce can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Fat Free Milk

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels

cocktail peanutschopped

Coat 13 x 9-inch baking pan and rubber spatula with nonstick cooking spray.

Melt 4 1/2 teaspoons margarine over low heat in mediumheavy-duty saucepan.Add 2 cups marshmallows and 1/4 cup peanut butter; stir until melted.Remove from heat.Add cereal; stir until coated.Press onto bottom of prepared baking using prepared rubber spatula.

Combine 2 tablespoons margarineevaporated milksugar and salt in mediumheavy-duty saucepan.Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heatstirring constantly.Boilstirring constantlyfor 4 to 5 minutes.Remove from heat.

Add remaining 2 cups marshmallowsmorselsremaining 3/4 cup peanut butter and vanilla extract; stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows and morsels are completely melted.Pour over crust.Sprinkle nuts over fudge; press in slightly.Refrigerate until set.Cut into squares.

Chocolate Raisin Fudgeis an absolutely fabulous new twist on fudge.Marshmallows and raisins create great tastes. This one is perfect for any occasion.

Chocolate Raisin Fudge

cups milk chocolate-covered raisinsdivided

chopped nuts (optional)

Stir in marshmallowsmorsels1 cup chocolate-covered raisinsnuts and vanilla extract.Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted.Pour into prepared baking pan; cool for 1 minute.Top with remaining chocolate-covered raisinspressing in slightly.Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.Lift from pan; remove foil.Cut into 48 pieces.

Brownies & More Truffle Pops

chocolate brownie mix

vegetable oil

eggs

water

NESTLÉ TOLL HOUSE Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morselsdivided

cream cheese (Neufchâtel)at room temperature

vegetable oildivided

sprinkles

Preheat oven to 325° F.Spray 8-inch-square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.For easier clean-upline baking pan with foil and grease for easy removal.

Stir brownie mix1/3 cup vegetable oileggs and water in large bowl until blended. Stir in 1/3 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels.Pour into prepared 8-inch-square baking pan.Set aside remaining 2/3 cup Morsels for use later.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.Cool completely in pan on wire rack.Remove brownie from pan. Trim away any crisp brownie edges.

Line one large rimmed baking sheet with wax paper.

Crumble brownie into large bowl.Beat with electric mixer until brownie becomes fine crumbs. Add cream cheesecontinue to beat until well combined and mixture holds together when pressed.Press and roll brownie mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Place on prepared baking sheet.Freeze for 30 minutes.

Microwave white morsels and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in drymediumuncoveredmicrowave-safe bowl on HIGH power for 45 seconds; STIR. If neededmicrowave at additional 15-second intervalsstirring vigorously after each interval until morsels are melted.

Dip end of lollipop stick (or wooden craft stick) into melted morsels and then insert into brownie ball.If making without lollipops sticksuse a fork to insert.Dip pop into melted morsels; shaking off excess and place on prepared baking sheet.Repeat with remaining brownie balls.If melted morsels begin to thickenreheat in microwave 15 seconds and stir.

For Fancy Drizzled Pops: Microwave remaining 2/3 cup semi-sweet morsels and 1 teaspoon oil in heavy-duty plastic bag on HIGH (100%) power for 30 seconds; knead.If neededmicrowave at additional 10-second intervalskneading until smooth.Cut tiny corner from bag; squeeze to drizzle over dipped pops.

For Double Dipped Pops: Microwave semi-sweet morsels in smalluncoveredmicrowave-safe bowl on HIGH power for 30 seconds; STIR. If neededmicrowave at additional 15-second intervalsstirring vigorously after each interval until morsels are melted. Dip bottom of pop into melted chocolate and immediately decorate with sprinkles.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.Store refrigerated in airtight container.

Easy and delicious candy to make that all in the family will enjoy!

Easy Toffee Candy

(2 1/2 sticks) butterdivided

soda crackers

dark brown sugar

Preheat oven to 425° F. Line 15 x 10-inch jelly-roll pan with heavy-duty foil.

Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter in medium saucepan. Pour into prepared jelly-roll pan. Arrange crackers over butterbreaking crackers to fit empty spaces.

Melt remaining 1 cup (2 sticks) butter in same saucepan; add sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; cookstirring occasionallyfor 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in sweetened condensed milk. Pour over crackers.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and slightly darkened. Remove from oven; cool for 1 minute.

Sprinkle with morsels. Let stand for 5 minutes or until morsels are shiny; spread evenly. Sprinkle with nuts; press into chocolate. Cool in pan on wire rack for 30 minutes. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Remove foil; cut into pieces.

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