The word “licorice” can mean different things to different people. Some folks immediately think of strong-tasting black licorice, while others may think of strawberry-flavored red licorice or sour shoestring varieties. What is and is not licorice isn’t exactly black and… Read More
Archive for the ‘Sweet Treats’ Category
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Holiday Candy Inspiration: Cooking Up the Ultimate Hot Chocolate
With temperatures plummeting and winter holidays rapidly approaching, folks all around the country are breaking out their winter favorites. It’s the perfect time to don a cozy sweater, put on a classic holiday film, and settle in with a rich… Read More
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Try These Sugar-Free Candy Treats During the Holidays
No matter what holidays you celebrate, it’s nice to be able to include everyone in the season’s festivities. Holidays that revolve around food can be tough to navigate for those with dietary restrictions, but modern alternatives to classic treats allow… Read More
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Wockenfuss Candies is Honored with a 2022 Best of Ocean City Award!
Wockenfuss Candies has been creating and selling all kinds of confections for over a century, and fans of our candies are spread far and wide. The voters have spoken, and Wockenfuss Candies is proud to announce that we have been… Read More
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How Gummi Candy is Made
Gummi candy takes many forms, but they all have one thing in common: chewiness! From gummi bears and worms to shoestring licorice and fruit slices, gummi candy presents chewy deliciousness in a colorful, snackable package. Still, many people aren’t familiar… Read More
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The Surprising History of Jordan Almonds
Whether you know them as that ever-present wedding favor or as a pastel treat in your grandmother’s candy dish, Jordan almonds have been with us for quite some time. They’re crunchy, elegant, candied almonds that can be surprisingly enticing. If… Read More
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A Few Health Benefits of Ginger Candy
It might seem ironic to tie ginger candy to health benefits. However, healthy sweets exist! Ginger has a long history of helping people combat various health issues. For example, people often use ginger root and tea to solve digestive problems…. Read More
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The Origins of the Chocolate Covered Strawberry
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, chocolate-covered strawberries are sure to be in high demand. Chocolate’s a special treat enjoyed by many people regularly — with a significant increase on February 14th, of course! Have you ever wondered where… Read More
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The Surprising Medicinal History of Licorice
We all know licorice candy for its scrumptious taste. Its availability in a wide variety of colors from bright red to dark black always allures kids. But did you know your favorite candy has a long history of healing people?… Read More