Saturday, September 14, 2013

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Candy Corn But Were Afraid To Ask



I am going to admit up front that I've never been a huge fan of candy corn. But it's always there. 

Each time autumn arrives, candy corn is sure to follow. 

My own opinion of candy corn was most likely formed as a child. When Halloween and Trick or Treat came around, most friends had their favorites that they hoped to get on Trick or  Treat night. Reese's, Snickers...my personal favorite were  those B-B-Bats of taffy that came in chocolate, strawberry, peanut butter and my favorite: banana (remember these?)


In any case, I don't think I ever heard any of my friends or classmates exclaim, "I hope I get candy corn!" It just never happened. 

But candy corn is traditional. It has become part of our culture and it is expected. And it doesn't taste bad!

Did you know that October 30th is National Candy Corn Day?  Now you do. 

So what exactly is candy corn?

"Candy corn is a sweet replicate of dried corn kernels. It's considered "mellow cream,"
a name for a type of candy made from corn syrup and sugar that has a marshmallow-like
flavor. although candy corn tastes rich, it's actually fat-free."
Check it out...


Candy corn (on the cob) via Instructables



Check out this Candy Corn fudge recipe by The Pink Elephant



Candy corn painted pumpkins from BHG



Candy Corn cupcakes by The Curvy Carrot



Candy Corn Theme party ideas from Kara's Party Ideas



Candy Corn Pretzel Fudge by Lil' Luna



Candy Corn Door Decoration from Better Homes and Gardens



Primitive fall candy corn bowl fillers by oldgoatprims via Etsy



Candy Corn Cheesecake Mousse from Glorious Treats



Candy Corn Wreath by In Between Laundry



Candy Corn Pretzles from Your Home Based Mom






Candy Corn Sugar Cookies from Martha Stewart



Candy Corn Jello Shots recipe from Just A Pinch



The secret to making homemade Butterfingers candy? You guessed it: candy corn!
Recipe for Homemade Butterfingers from Glue Sticks Blog



Candy corn in mason jars with candles



Candy Corn Martini from Fashionably Bombed



Candy Corn Wreath via Pinterest



Candy Corn Cheesecake from Wilton


Candy corn 



Candy corn Halloween wreath by AvasDesigns via Etsy



Candy Corn Drink from BHG


What do you think? 
Are you a fan of candy corn? 



Have a great week!
Laura

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