Modjeska - Caramel Marshmallow
Modjeska - Caramel Marshmallow
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The “Caramel Biscuit” – A True American Original!
The perfect union of two American classics: fresh creamy marshmallow enrobed with a caramel coating. Specially made so you can sink your teeth into the warm sweetness, delicious and unforgettable. And why wouldn’t they be? Originally called a “caramel biscuit” this particular version was made in 1883 in Kentucky and called Modjeska.
So, how’d it get the name? In the 1800s, renowned Polish actress Madame Helena Modjeska thrilled Kentucky audiences with her performance in the debut of Ibsen’s play, “The Doll’s House.” So impressed was a confectioner in the audience, he named his caramel biscuit the “Modjeska” in her honor. These are the caramels he made.
4 oz in a heat-sealed bag with the history on the label.
“The marshmallow tempers the stickiness of the caramel, and the combo is delicious!” -Lucile
Product Details
Product Details
Size: 5 pieces in a 3x6" bag
Corn Syrup. Sugar, Cream, Milk, Evaporated Milk, Invert Sugar, Corn Starch, Dextrose, Gelatin, Egg Albumen, Vanilla
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Modjeska – The Sweet History of a Legendary Confection
Caramels are an American invention that emerged from the European caramelized sugar of the seventeenth century and is the essence of the praline which the French brought to Louisiana in the 1760s. The caramel came into its own in the late 1800s, around the time when Hershey started the Lancaster Caramel Company.
The Encyclopedia of Food and Beverages, published in 1901, gives this definition of caramel: “Sugar and corn syrup cooked to a proper consistence in open stirring kettles, run out in thin sheets on marble slab tables and cut into squares when cooled.” That recipe is not an industry standard: Hershey, compliments of his Denver caramel-making employer, knew to substitute paraffin wax for milk.
Either way, caramel played a welcome part in candy where, with nuts, chocolate coating, or simply solo, they are one of America’s favorite candies today.
The Sweet Journey Through Time Starts Here!
True Treats is the only historically accurate candy store in the world, bringing the past to life through researched sweets, teas, syrups, and more. Every product is rooted in history, telling the story of how people from all walks of life enjoyed treats through time. Leading this effort is Susan, a nationally recognized candy historian, researcher, and author who appears regularly on TV, radio, and in major publications. With over 40 years of experience, she has written ten books and founded True Treats to share the fascinating history of candy in a fun and delicious way. Susan’s work uncovers the surprising origins of America’s favorite sweets, from ancient uses of sugar to the candies of the 1900s. Through True Treats, Susan makes history an interactive experience, allowing customers to taste the past while learning the stories behind every bite.
I loved it and would buy again!
When I was growing up my dad, mom and I would go to the HUGE Woolworth's store in downtown Denver. It filled up a whole city walk, side to side and front to back and it was two floors. Their candy counter which was really a candy department, had these treasures. The were called carmellows. The candy ladies wore white dresses and aprons and they actually waited on you. The had every candy you could ever want and also mixed fancy nuts (no peanuts) that were on a tray that revolved. It also kept the nuts warm. The warm nuts were a perfect accompaniment to the caramellows. Later I found modjeska's which are the same thing. They taste the same and are wrapped the same! It brought me back to the little girl and her parents at the candy counter. Thanks for keeping this tasty candy going 💝.
