If you are not a native Buffalonian, the lesser known sponge candy often takes a backseat to the city's more popular claim-to-fame culinary delights such as buffalo wings and beef on weck. But if you've had the pleasure of being raised in Buffalo, sponge candy is an absolute must have food during any holiday. The candy can best be described as a cube of airy toffee-esque honeycomb enrobed in either milk, dark, or orange chocolate. Of the many recipes that are floating around, the majority utilize molasses, brown sugar, baking soda, and vinegar. These ingredients are combined and brought to a high temperature, removed from the heat, then left to set before being covered with chocolate. Whatever the correct recipe may be, the proper way to eat a piece of sponge candy is an ongoing debate amongst Buffalonians. Some will tell you maximum enjoyment is had by popping the entire piece into your mouth and chomping away until you are left yearning for more. Others insist on biting the outer chocolate layer off first, and letting the square of caramel colored honeycomb melt into a gooey glob before swallowing and reaching for another piece. Whichever way you may choose to eat your sponge candy, chances are the bag of Buffalo's finest will be gone before you know what hit you. The confections have an unforgettable and highly addicting flavor that will have you planning your next holiday in Buffalo, N.Y.
Sponge candy from Parkside Candy in Buffalo, N.Y.
If you can't make it to Buffalo, you can always make sure the sponge candy makes it to you (in alphabetical order):
1. Fowler's: http://www.fowlerschocolates.com
2. Parkside Candy: http://shop.parksidecandy.com
3. Romolo Chocolate: http://shop.romolochocolates.com
4. Wahl's: http://wahlscandies.com/
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