So you received a box of chocolates, but do you know which filling is which?
Here, we go over the consensus among chocolate makers.
Tom Ward is the former president and CEO of Russell Stover Candies.
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Typically, the square ones have a soft caramel filling, while the rectangular ones are chewy.
(Fudge pieces can also be square but tend to be bigger than caramel-filled chocolates.)
When toffees and caramels are made, they’re hot and liquid.
Written by Heath Goldman; designed by Rebecca Hart
This ensures no goodness is wasted.
In production, the soft centers get scooped or piped into circular rounds and then drizzled with chocolate.
You’ll find some rounded chocolates are domed and are also typically made with a creamy filling.
Examples include pecan delights and nut clusters.
Sometimes, nut-filled chocolates come in paper linings, like peanut butter cups.
Hint: The foil protects against leaks.
Foil-wrapped chocolates can also be solid chocolates.
Historically, chocolates were wrapped in foil so that chocolatiers could pass out samples to customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 2021 survey showed that nearly 30 percent of US-based respondents prefer caramel-filled chocolates.
The same survey showed that nearly half of respondents prefer milk chocolate over dark or white chocolate.
And the results didn’t change much across genders, with most people choosing milk chocolate as their favorite.
Dark chocolate came in second, and white chocolate rounded out the list in third place.
Written by Heath Goldman; designed by Rebecca Hart
In general, chocolate symbolizes love, passion, and appreciation.
