# Homemade Halloween Candy This DIY Almond Joy Recipe Gives the Classic Treat a Healthier Twist By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-almond-joy References: [pastryaffair](http://www.pastryaffair.com/blog/almond-joy-candy-bars.html) Fans of healthy confections will fall in love with this DIY almond joy recipe by Pastry Affiar. The blog's [homemade Halloween candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yumearth-sour-littles) tastes as good as the real thing but is way healthier and pure when it comes to its ingredients. Made from a blend of unsweetened and [shredded coconut, coconut oil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nono-coconut-chocolate-bar) and vanilla extract, this DIY almond joy recipe features no harmful additives and is a homemade translation of an iconic candy. This confection is made with honey or pure maple syrup sweeteners and is even accented with a pinch of salt for a flavor that complements its [whole almond garnish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-covered-almonds). Once ready, infuse your recipe with semi-sweet and chopped chocolate and the result is sure to appeal to candy fans of all ages. In an effort to encourage healthy eating, parents are creating nutritious and healthy alternatives to the classic Halloween treat. This recipe recreates a candy classic but does so with organic ingredients. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Healthy Halloween Candy:** Creating nutritious and healthy alternatives to traditional Halloween treats. - **DIY Candy Recipes:** People are making their own candies at home using organic ingredients. - **Alternative Sweeteners:** Using honey or pure maple syrup as a substitute for traditional cane sugar. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore the creation of organic and healthier candy alternatives. - **Home Baking:** Consumers are making candies at home, creating an opportunity for the baking industry to promote DIY candy making supplies. - **Health Food Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of healthy Halloween candy by stocking organic and DIY candy ingredients and kits for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Better-For-You Halloween Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unreal-halloween-pack.md) - [Nutrition-Minded Halloween Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unreal-halloween-variety-bag.md) - [Crunchy Almond-Coconut Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-coconut-almond-bites.md) - [Artisanal Halloween Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-halloween-collection.md) - [Halloween-Ready Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-mini-bars.md) - [Minimal-Ingredient Chocolate Almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/covered-almonds.md) - [Rich Plant-Based Almond Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-spiced-chocolate-almonds.md) - [Vegan Halloween Chocolate Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-friendly-halloween-treats.md) - [Chocolate-Coated Coconut Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-pops-1.md)