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Candy Glossary
A glossary with definitions of common candy ingredients, candy types, and candy terminology. A must-read for the home confectioner.
Glycerin
The definition of Glycerin - from the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Candy Glossary Index
An alphabetized index to the About.com Candy Glossary.
Boiled Candy
The definition of Boiled Candy - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Brittle
The definition of Brittle - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Candied Fruit
The definition of Candied Fruit - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Caramel
The definition of Caramel - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Caramel Stage
The definition of Caramel Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Chocolate
The definition of Chocolate - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Cocoa Powder
The definition of Cocoa Powder - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Couverture Chocolate
The definition of Couverture chocolate - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Crystallization
The definition of Crystallization - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Dark Chocolate
The definition of Dark Chocolate - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Divinity
The definition of Divinity - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Firm-Ball Stage
The definition of Firm-Ball Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Fondant
The definition of Fondant - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Fudge
The definition of Fudge - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Ganache
The definition of Ganache - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Gianduja Chocolate
The definition of Gianduja Chocolate - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Glacé Fruit
The definition of Glacé Fruit - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Hard-Ball Stage
The definition of Hard-Ball Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Hard-Crack Stage
The definition of Hard-Crack Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Interfering Agent
The definition of Interfering Agent - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Jellies
The definition of Jellies - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Marshmallow
The definition of Marshmallow - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Marzipan
The definition of Marzipan - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Milk Chocolate
The definition of Milk Chocolate - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Nougat
The definition of Nougat - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Penuche
The definition of Penuche - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Praline
The definition of Praline - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Pulled Candy
The definition of Pulled Candy - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Pâtes de Fruits
The definition of Pâtes de Fruits - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Seafoam
The definition of Seafoam - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Soft-Ball Stage
The definition of Soft-Ball Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Soft-Crack Stage
The definition of Soft-Crack Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Sugar Syrup
The definition of Sugar Syrup - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Sugared Fruit
The definition of Sugared Fruit - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Sugarplums
The definition of Sugarplums - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Taffy
The definition of Taffy - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Tempering
The definition of Tempering - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Thread Stage
The definition of Thread Stage - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Toffee
The definition of Toffee - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
Truffles
The definition of Truffles - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
White Chocolate
The definition of White Chocolate - From the Candy Glossary at About.com.
What Is Citric Acid?
What Is Citric Acid? The definition of citric acid, along with candy recipes that use citric acid.
What is Luster Dust?
What is luster dust? A definition of luster dust, along with descriptions of other decorating dusts, how to use luster dust, and recipes calling for luster dust.
Almond Paste
The definition of almond paste from the About.com Guide to Candy.
What is Invertase?
What is invertase? The definition of invertase from the About.com Candy Glossary.
What is Edible Gold Leaf?
The definition of edible gold leaf, and an explanation of where to buy edible gold leaf.