Fruit-Flavored Taffy

Fruit-flavored taffy is a soft, chewy candy made primarily from sugar, corn syrup, butter, and artificial or natural fruit flavorings. Originating in the United States, it is often associated with nostalgic seaside towns and boardwalks where it is famously pulled and stretched to create its signature texture.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This candy is extremely high in carbohydrates, specifically simple sugars, and contains virtually no protein or essential nutrients. A typical 1-ounce (28g) serving provides around 110-120 calories, all from sugar and fat.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	100 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	10 mg
Calcium	2 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Potassium	5 mg
Vitamin C	0 mg
Vitamin A	0 mcg
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Vitamin B12	0 mcg
Magnesium	1 mg

Per 1 piece (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The unique, pliable texture of taffy is achieved through a process called 'pulling,' which aerates the candy, making it lighter and less sticky. Culturally, it is a staple of American candy culture, often sold in colorful, twisted wax paper wrappers and associated with summer vacations and candy shop demonstrations.