Soft Candies Across Cultures: A Global Exploration of Traditional Sweet Treats
Japanese Mochi: Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made by pounding glutinous rice into a sticky, soft consistency.
Turkish Delight (Lokum): A famous candy from Turkey, Turkish Delight is made from sugar, starch, and water, often flavored with rosewater, lemon, or pomegranate.
Mexican Alegría: This sweet treat from Mexico combines amaranth seeds and sugar, creating a crunchy yet soft consistency.
Italian Torrone: Torrone is a soft, nougat-like candy made with honey, sugar, egg whites, and roasted nuts.
Swedish Polka-Karamell: These traditional Swedish soft candies are typically flavored with peppermint or other minty flavors.
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Brazilian Brigadeiro: Made from condensed milk, butter, and cocoa powder, Brigadeiros are soft chocolate truffles popular in Brazil.
French Calissons: A traditional French candy, Calissons are made from almond paste, candied melon, and icing, offering a smooth, sweet texture.
Korean Yaksik: Yaksik is a soft, sweet treat made from glutinous rice, chestnuts, and jujube. It’s often flavored with honey and soy sauce.