WITK - Vegan Sponge Candy

I have been meaning to test out a vegan sponge candy for years. Many friends and family are either vegetarian or vegan and cannot enjoy the deliciousness of sponge candy. Most candies out there don't have this problem, but my version of sponge candy requires gelatin for proper aeration. It took a few tries to get the candy close to the original. I have a few tweaks left to try, but I wanted to share this first success with you.

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WITK - Peanut Butter Fudge

I love making candy, but I really hate making fudge. Traditional, stove-top fudge that is. The quick and easy fudge that you make with marshmallow fluff and chocolate is no problem. That stuff I can whip up with no problems. Starting with sugar and corn syrup is a little trickier. I either wind up with a sticky mess or a dry and crumbly block of sugar.

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Chocolates for Valentines Day

I'm not a huge fan of the Valentine's holiday, but I do love me some heart shaped chocolate. Actually, my favorite day is the day after Valentine's day, when all of the holiday candy is on sale...

Instead of going out and buying chocolates this year, I decided to make some of my own. Bonus - the hearts contain a rich chocolate-peanut butter filling!

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