Dragée

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Dragée is a type of confectionery that has a hard outer shell. The term is derived from the French word "dragée", which is used to refer to a sweet treat that is coated in sugar. The most common type of dragée is the Jordan almond, which is an almond that has been coated in sugar.

Etymology[edit]

The word "dragée" comes from the French word "dragée", which is derived from the Greek word "tragema", meaning "a thing to be eaten". The term was first used in the 16th century to refer to a type of sweet treat that was coated in sugar.

Types of Dragées[edit]

There are several types of dragées, including:

  • Jordan almonds: These are almonds that have been coated in sugar. They are often used as wedding favors in many cultures.
  • Comfit: This is a type of dragée that is made from a seed, nut, or spice that has been coated in sugar.
  • Nonpareil: This is a type of dragée that is made from tiny sugar balls that are often used as a decoration on cakes and other desserts.

Related Terms[edit]

  • Confectionery: This is a broad term that refers to any type of sweet treat, including dragées.
  • Candy: This is a type of confectionery that is made from sugar or other sweeteners.
  • Sugar: This is a sweet substance that is used to make many types of confectionery, including dragées.

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