I am sure that no one will be surprised to learn that October 30th is National Candy Corn Day! Candy corn has been a favorite Halloween treat for over 100 years. Invented in Philadelphia in the 1880’s it was a originally a big hit with the farmers as it was designed to resemble dry corn.
Candy Corn Is All Sugar
The candy corn recipe has not changed much over the years, although the method has.
When the Wunderlee Candy Company (now Jelly Belly) invented candy corn it was made by hand and was only available during the fall season. Today of course it is made by machine and is available year round. Candy corn even comes in colors for other seasons like Valentines Day, Christmas and Easter. The main ingredients for candy corn were and still are sugar and corn syrup. As sugary treats go, it is not too bad of a choice to satisfy your kids or your own sweet tooth. Unlike many other candies, it does not contain high fructose corn syrup. (modern versions do have hydrogenated fats though) Twenty-two pieces are only 140 calories and probably sweet enough to satisfy even the sweetest sugar craving.
Halloween Sweet Choices
Life is about choices. Halloween is no exception. Don’t fall into the frenzy of Halloween gluttony. Teach your children how to make good sweet choices. Teach them how to enjoy their holiday in moderation without overindulging. Share these Halloween articles with your family, friends and kids. Halloween can be a time to enjoy and educate kids on fun, fast and healthy sweet snacks. Sometimes the old fashioned ways are the best choices. The sweet candy corn is certainly not good-for-you food. Candy corn is fun and can be a choice that is better than others.
