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8 Homemade Halloween Treats

Posted: 10/25/11 09:29 AM ET

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Nothing puts the "treat" in "trick-or-treat" like homemade candy for Halloween. Here are six kid- and parent-friendly confections, two booze-spiked grown-up treats, even some trickily healthful options to balance out the sugariest day of the year.

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Salted Pumpkin Caramels

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Cheese1227's caramels really evoke the essence of fall. Her approach is elegant and not heavy-handed. The earthiness of pumpkin, softened with cream, permeates each chewy bite, followed by a whisper of spice. The delicate crunch of fleur de sel is a clever detail, offsetting the sweetness of the candy. The toasted pepitas are addictive even on their own (make sure to save some for the bottom of the baking dish!); they give each of the finished caramels a beautifully lacquered, dusty green cap.
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Kimberly Wills-Starin

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10:11 AM on 10/31/2011

I made the pumpkin caramels this weekend :) they turned out great and were promptly devoured by friends and co-workers :)

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janedoe31

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09:58 PM on 10/26/2011

I would never allow a trick or treater to eat a strangers "homemade treats"...........too scary.

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wendug

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10:51 AM on 10/27/2011

I think most people share your thoughts on eating strangers homemade treats. That is scary. I can't wait to try the salted pumpkin caramels, though (but not for trick or treaters!) Those look and sound fantastic!

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