It’s hard to go wrong with chocolate candies and flavored vodka; particularly if you’re late on your gift giving during the holidays. Fortunately these recipes are a breeze to whip up and you’re recipients will love them.

Chocolate Candies and Flavored Vodka
By Jeff Murphy
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

For Chocolate Candies
• 1 ¼ lb of chocolate, your choice
• 1 ½ cup of any assortment of nuts and dried fruit

For Flavored Vodka
• 1 quart of vodka, your choice
• 2 cups of any brightly colored candy, skittles work well

For Chocolate Candies
Melt chocolate evenly. For easy preparation simmer water in a pot and place a metal bowl on top that fits perfectly. This will ensure that the chocolate melts evenly. Once chocolate is melted, remove the bowl and add in any nuts or dried fruit to your liking. Pour in chocolate into any cookie sheet and place in the fridge for an hour. Prepare to have your guests love you forever.

For Flavored Vodka
Add Vodka to any container and add colored candy. Let vodka soak up the color and flavor of the candy for 5 minutes shaking container occasionally. Strain. Drink responsibly.