September 20, 2013
Fudge: it is rich, creamy, delicious, and you love it. But do you know where it comes from? When was the first batch of fudge ever created? And who created it?
The Delicious History of Fudge
Unlike many of your other favorite candies and treats, fudge is a relatively new product, dating back to just the 1880s. In fact, one of the first recorded mentions of fudge was in a letter written by Emelyn Battersby Hartridge, a student at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, in 1886. Hartridge wrote about a classmate’s cousin who made fudge in Baltimore, Maryland.
The exact origin and inventor of this delicious confection are hotly debated. However, many believe the first batch of fudge was created by accident when American bakers “fudged” a batch of caramels. Hence the name “fudge.”
The mystery of how fudge first came to be made may never be solved. But one thing is for sure: it sure is delicious!
Fudge from
Here at Wockenfuss Candies, we take pride in producing some of the most delectable fudge you will ever taste. And we have so many different flavors to choose from. Of course you can go with a classic, like good ol’ chocolate fudge or vanilla fudge. Or you can be a little more adventurous. You can’t go wrong either way. And if you just can’t decide, go with our assorted box of fudge, which contains chocolate, vanilla, chocolate walnut, vanilla walnut, peanut butter and chocolate-peanut butter.
If you have any questions about Wockenfuss Candies’ wide variety of fudge, chocolate treats, and candy products, please contact us by calling 1-800-296-4414 or email info@Wockenfusscandies.com. When you’re not savoring our sweets, stay satisfied by following us onFacebook,Twitter,Google+, andPinterest!
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FAQs
It all started for us in 1875 when Herman Charles Wockenfuss was born in West Prussia, Germany. He came to America in 1885 and eventually learned how to make candy. In 1915, he proudly began the Wockenfuss Candy Company, known today as Wockenfuss Candies.
What is the history of fudge candy? ›
Fudge's story began in the United States around the 1880s. The first documented instance of fudge being made was at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York when a student named Emelyn Battersby Hartridge heard of a fudge recipe and made 30 pounds of it for a senior auction.
Is Wockenfuss only in Maryland? ›
Since 1915, Wockenfuss has been a family owned and operated business creating the finest confections in Baltimore, Maryland. With our nine convenient locations throughout Maryland, there is sure to be a Wockenfuss store near you.
Does Wockenfuss make their own candy? ›
Do you make your own candy? We manufacture the majority of our candies, with the exception of gummies, licorice, hard candy, and some holiday items.
What is the oldest candy still made? ›
Good & Plenty is believed to be the oldest candy brand in the USA. The pink-and-white capsule-shaped chewy licorice was first produced in 1893 in Philadelphia. It's still found at concession stands everywhere, which makes Good & Plenty a treat that can be enjoyed by candy lovers of all ages.
What is the historical background of candy? ›
The idea of candy began by the caveman who ate honey. The first candy was used by the Ancient Egyptians for cult purposes. In ancient times, Egyptians, Arabs, and Chinese made candies with fruits and nuts that caramelized with honey. The two oldest candy types are licorice and ginger.
Why do they call fudge fudge? ›
The story goes, a baker was trying to make chocolate caramels. However, they didn't get the recipe quite right. When the candy came out as the creamy treat we know today, they said, “Oh, fudge!” and that's how the candy got its name. The first recorded mention of fudge came from 1888.
What does fudge mean in slang? ›
When fudge is a verb, it means to avoid straightforwardly answering a question or addressing a subject: "Just answer my question and don't fudge the issue!" Fudge is an American word from college slang meaning "a made-up story."
What is the meaning of fudge candy? ›
fudge noun [U] (CANDY)
Add to word list Add to word list. a soft, creamy candy made from sugar, milk, butter, and chocolate or other flavoring.
What candy is Maryland known for? ›
Made In Maryland USA
In the 1940's, Goetze's Candy discontinued its chewing gum and dedicated manufacturing to caramel products. Today, Goetze's Candy Company makes two brands of chewy caramel: Caramel Creams® and Cow Tales®.
This candy is Kosher. Manufactured in an allergen-free facility.
How do you pronounce wockenfuss? ›
- Phonetic spelling of Wockenfuss. wock-en-fuss. Wock-In-Foos.
- Meanings for Wockenfuss. Wockenfuss is a candy shop in Baltimore, Maryland. There are a variety of types like caramel apples, fudge, and lollipops.
- Examples of in a sentence. Wockenfuss, Cheryl K. DuClaw Brewing Co.
Herman Lee died in 2014. Their son, Paul, is now the owner and president of Wockenfuss Candies.
Is Skittles made by Hershey? ›
Skittles are multicolored fruit-flavored lentil-shaped candies produced and marketed by the Wrigley Company, a division of Mars Inc.
Do chocolate Skittles exist? ›
Earlier Skittles products tended to focus on fruit flavors; more recent products have branched out to include flavors such as chocolate, bubble gum, popcorn, mint, and sours. The original Skittles flavors in the United States (and other countries except for Europe) are orange, lemon, lime, grape and strawberry.
What candy was invented in Germany? ›
It began in Kessenich, Bonn, Germany. The name "Haribo" is a syllabic abbreviation formed from Hans Riegel Bonn. The company created the first gummy candy in 1922 in the form of little gummy bears called Gummibärchen.
What is Hershey's oldest candy bar? ›
1900: Milk Chocolate bars.
What was the first chocolate candy? ›
The chocolate cream bar created by Joseph Fry in 1866 is the oldest candy bar in the world. Although Fry was the first to start pressing chocolate into bar molds in 1847,the chocolate creame was the first mass produced and widely available candy bar.
What candy company is based in Maryland? ›
Goetze's Candy is a confectionery company located in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1895 as the Baltimore Chewing Gum Company, Goetze's is celebrating more than 120 years of making sweet treats in the USA.
