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Candy Workshop
A basic knowledge of the principles of candy making will allow you to easily create much loved sweet treats at home. These candies and confections are perfect for gift giving - or just for sharing with friends and family.
Recipes:
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Double Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Chocolate bark should "snap" when you break or bite into it.More. -
Caramel Pecan Clusters
Although turtles have a reputation for being slow, these are sure to go quickly!More. -
Butter Nut Brittle
Buttery, crunchy caramel studded with a variety of your favorite roasted nuts - the perfect marriage of sweet and salty.More. -
White Chocolate Cherry Fudge
The exact origin of fudge is disputed, but most stories agree that it was probably the result of a mistake made while making a batch of caramels.More.
Tips & Techniques:
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Turtles
Interesting facts about one of America's favorite candies. More.
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Caramel
The process for making the sweet syrup and chewy candy. More.
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Using a Candy Thermometer
Tips for using a candy thermometer - a must for making perfect candy. More.
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Candy
What is candy? More.
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Crystals in Candy Making
Crystals in Candy Making More.
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Fudge
Interesting facts about a favorite confection. More.
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Corn Syrup
Learn why corn syrup is a popular ingredient in candies, jellies and more. More.
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Evaporated Milk
About evaporated milk including its uses and proper storage. More.
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Silicone Baking Mats
The benefits of using a silicone mat when baking or making candy. More.
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Harvesting and Processing Chocolate
Chocolate, from the bean pod to conching. More.
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Chocolate - Storing
Learn tips to ensure your chocolate has a long shelf-life. More.
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Types of Chocolate
Learn the types of chocolate including bittersweet, semi-sweet and others. More.
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Chocolate Separating
Tips to avoid separating when working with chocolate. More.
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Crystallization
Crystallization of sugar is a necessary process in making many candies; while in other candies crystallation must be prevented. More.
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Melting Chocolate Example
Three methods for melting chocolate. More.
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Chocolate Seizing
Tips to ensure your chocolate doesn't harden and clump. More.
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Tempering Chocolate
Methods for tempering chocolate for dipping and molding. More.
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Melting Chocolate
Three methods for melting chocolate. More.
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Chocolate Overview
Chocolate, its origin and other interesting facts. More.
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Bark
Learn about this type of confection. More.
