No, saltwater taffy is not a dairy product. It is a type of chewy candy made primarily from sugar, corn syrup, water, and flavorings, along with salt and sometimes food coloring. Despite its name, it does not contain saltwater or dairy ingredients. The term "saltwater" refers to the seaside origins of the candy rather than its composition.
Saltwater taffy is a soft taffy that was originally produced in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Some of the brands of saltwater taffy include Fralingers, Shrivers and Candy Hero.
The main difference is the cooking process; normal taffy is cooked in a pan on the stove, while saltwater taffy is cooked in large copper kettles and then stretched on a hook. Saltwater taffy also traditionally contains salt and water, which gives it its chewy texture and unique flavor.
Saltwater taffy
Glycerin is added to saltwater taffy to give it a smooth and creamy texture. It helps prevent the sugar from crystallizing, resulting in a chewy and stretchy consistency in the taffy.
it is actually 100 percent salt gooed into taffy
Saltwater Taffy
The cast of Saltwater Taffy - 2011 includes: Andrew Lagerborg as Sammy Hallie Varto as Charlotte
Stretching saltwater taffy incorporates air into the candy, creating a softer and chewier texture. Once the taffy is stretched, it is then rolled and folded to create layers that give it the final desired consistency and shape. The stretching process helps aerate the taffy, giving it a lighter mouthfeel and enhancing its flavor.
Not all salt water taffy is gluten free. There are companies that DO make gluten free taffy, however it is always a good idea to ask. Some salt water taffy does contain gluten.
Like any sweets or candies, it's best to have them sparingly.
The amount of saltwater taffy that fits in a gallon jar depends on the size and shape of the taffy pieces, but a general estimate is around 6 to 8 pounds. This estimate takes into account the density and packing efficiency of the taffy. To get a more precise measurement, you could weigh the taffy and calculate the volume it occupies in the jar.
Saltwater candy was coined in Atlantic City, NJ, by a candy store owner in 1883. His shop was flooded during a major storm that year, and the candy was ruined by flood water. A girl came in and asked for taffy, and jokingly, he told her he had "salt water taffy." Even though it was a joke, she was excited at the idea of something new, and bought it. Since then, that style of taffy has been trademarked as such.