Fruit candy

Fruit candies are sweets made primarily from fruit juices or purees, sugar, and gelling agents such as pectin, gelatin, or starches. Their texture can range from chewy and flexible to firmer, and they typically have a sweet taste with natural or intensified fruity notes.

This type of candy has its origins in various culinary traditions around the world, although in its modern form it became popular in Europe and America during the 20th century as a more pleasant and fruity alternative to traditional hard candies.

From a nutritional standpoint, fruit candies primarily provide simple carbohydrates due to their sugar content, and in some cases, they may contain small amounts of vitamin C if made with natural juices. However, their nutritional value is limited, and they are recommended to be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

In different Latin American countries, fruit candies may be known by various names, such as fruit gummies, gummies, fruit candies, or simply candies. These terms are used interchangeably to refer to this type of chewy and colorful sweet, very popular among both children and adults.