Taffy
Taffy
Taffy (/ˈtæfi/), also known as chewy candy or toffee, is a type of candy that is soft, sweet, and chewy. The term "taffy" is primarily used in the United States and Canada, while "toffee" is more commonly used in the United Kingdom and other parts of the world.
Etymology
The term "taffy" is believed to have originated from the Welsh word "tafod", which means tongue. This could be a reference to the candy's chewy texture and the way it sticks to the tongue. The term "toffee", on the other hand, is believed to have come from the Creole word "toffe", which means tough or hard.
Ingredients
Taffy is typically made from a mixture of sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Other ingredients such as flavorings and colorings may also be added to give the candy its distinctive taste and appearance.
Production
The production of taffy involves boiling the ingredients until they reach a certain temperature, then pulling and stretching the mixture until it becomes light and chewy. This process is known as "taffy pull" and is often done by machines in large-scale production.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Taffy
- Wikipedia's article - Taffy
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