Chocolate coated peppermint sticks6/17/2023 ![]() 1847 Joseph Fry invented the first "modern" candy bar in England by mixing cacao butter, cocoa, and sugar into a paste and placing it in a mold.PS: The vintage picture above is our first candy showroom Circa. Still, it is interesting that 65 percent of American candy bars have been around for more than 60 years, and giant conglomerates have acquired many original brands. Of course, as you will see, many retro candies and their founding companies have come and gone. In England, during the eighteenth century, a knight was given a pound of chocolate, perhaps to compliment his shining armor, when he received his dubbing!įive hundred years later, the love of chocolate continues stronger than ever!Īlthough it would be impossible to present a detailed history, this timeline illustrates the development of the American candy industry from the 1800s onward. Perhaps we could say that the fascination with candy, particularly chocolate, first occurred in 1502 when Christopher Columbus returned home from his fourth voyage of the "Americas." Although he was not partial to this bittersweet treat, his benefactors in Spain found it fascinating and consumed it in a liquid format. I wrapped mine individually in green saran wrap for the holidays, to keep them fresh.Established in 1927, we have seen many candy trends come and go, and we are often asked about the history of candy and the current craze for retro sweets.Great to do as a fun day with the kiddies too! Use your imagination, and I am sure they will work fine for you too. You could even use the little cinnamon hot red candies for Valentine's Day! Or put those cute candy hearts with the little sayings down the front with some sprinkles. I have also used chopped candy bars such as Butterfingers. I have dipped them in caramel and then chocolate and sprinkled with nuts and M&M's. They look pretty enough to put on top of Christmas presents or packages, use as party favors for kids, or as a place setting using a name tag tied with a ribbon to each one, so the kids know where their seats are. I wrapped in green and red saran wrap and tied with a coordinating ribbon for Christmas. You can make them for any of the holidays, by just using different holiday jimmies and candies. You can also change the M&M's and use the pastel colored ones for Easter to put in the kiddies Easter Baskets. Looking for something fun to make for Valentine's Day or Easter? Grab your holiday sprinkles, and have fun! These are a yummy treat for kids and adults alike! I made these for co-workers and family members during the holidays, and put some in gift baskets for Christmas. Melt milk chocolate coating dip remaining pretzels place on baking sheets., Drizzle white-dipped pretzels with milk chocolate coating drizzle milk chocolate-dipped pretzels with white coating. Dip half of the caramel-dipped pretzels into the white coating return to baking sheets. (Rewarm caramel mixture and replenish as needed.), In a microwave, melt white candy coating stir until smooth. ![]() Place on well-buttered baking sheets let stand until firm. ![]() Quickly dip each pretzel halfway into caramel allow excess to drip off. , Pour 2 cups caramel mixture into a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until a candy thermometer reads 245° (firm-ball stage). In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and butter bring just to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.People think you spent all day in the kitchen! -Mary Bown, Evanston, Wyoming This treat is always a huge hit at holiday parties. Homemade caramel, smooth almond bark and chopped nuts make these pretzel rods sinfully delicious. ![]()
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