Confectionery
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Confectionery covers sugar-based sweets other than chocolate bars and bonbons, which have their own category. That includes chewy caramels and taffy, fudge, toffee and nut brittles, marshmallows, hard candies and lollipops, gummies and jellies, nougat, marzipan, halva and regional specialties.
Texture depends on how sugar is cooked and handled, which is why handmade candy can taste noticeably different from mass-produced versions. Small candy makers often use butter, cream and natural flavorings and sell in seasonal flavors.
Some confections are sensitive to heat and humidity — caramels can soften and hard candy can turn sticky — so packaging and shipping season matter.
Buying handmade candy
- Check ingredients and allergens; nuts, milk, eggs, gelatin and wheat are common.
- Look for vegetarian or gelatin-free notes if relevant to you.
- Check shelf life and storage, especially for cream-based caramels and fudge.
- In warm weather, ask how the seller protects candy from heat during shipping.
- Hard candies can be a choking hazard for young children.
Questions about confectionery
How long does homemade fudge or caramel last?
It depends on the recipe. Check the use-by date and storage instructions on the listing, and ask the seller if they aren't stated.
Are marshmallows and gummies vegetarian?
Many contain gelatin, but some makers use plant-based alternatives. Check the ingredient list.
Can candy be shipped in summer?
Many sellers adjust packaging or pause heat-sensitive items in hot months. Message the seller before ordering.