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Before Hard Candy the movie or Hard Candy the cosmetics brand (oops, did we just date ourselves?) there was … hard candy. These suckers come in flavors like lemon, raspberry, and even pomegranate to make your day a little bit sweeter. And these days, health-conscious companies are paying close attention to everything that goes inside their products, even when candy is involved. That means you can enjoy organic ingredients, real fruit extracts, and other options that make these treats a bit more wholesome for an everyday indulgence.
Top Candy Brands
When it comes to hard candy, these brands have what you’re looking for.
Torie & Howard
Just because it’s candy doesn’t mean it should be made with questionable ingredients. That’s the philosophy behind Torie & Howard. The company makes treats with organic and natural ingredients, and follows socially-conscious business practices.
YumEarth
Two dads joined forces to make YumEarth, a candy company offering treats made without dyes, high-fructose corn syrup, and artificial flavors. You can count on sustainably grown ingredients, plus real fruit extracts in every bag. To accommodate special diets, YumEarth is also gluten-free, tree nut-free, and peanut-free.
Wedderspoon
Hailing from New Zealand, Wedderspoon is known for its exceptional manuka honey products. The company started in 2005 when founders Sébastien Martin and Catherine Wedderspoon-Martin realized manuka honey was still relatively unknown in the United States and began offering honey drops, honey jars, and more.
Best Hard Candy
Get your hard candy fix by taking one of these options for a spin.
Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Pops Variety Pack
For ages 4 and up, this variety pack is perfect for when kiddos are feeling under the weather. Made with organic manuka honey from New Zealand, the nectar’s natural antimicrobial properties may help soothe sore throats and coughs. Flavors include orange, grape, and raspberry.
Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Drops with Lemon
These USDA Certified Organic drops are made with New Zealand’s own manuka honey, and may help soothe your throat at the first sign of symptoms. The convenient lozenges easily pack into purses and desk drawers for easy access when you’re on the go.
Organic Hard Candy
For organic hard candy, these options have you covered.
YumEarth Organics Assorted Flavors Lollipops
Don’t be a sucker for those other brands. Now you can enjoy a better-for-you lollipop made from fruit extracts. Each one offers vitamin C and is 22 calories a pop, and is made without gluten, dyes, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, dairy, and high fructose corn syrup. Flavors include: pomegranate, watermelon, strawberry, grape, cherry, peach, raspberry, and mango.
Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Drops with Ginger
Hey honey, we’ve got a tried-and-true formula (used since the 1950s) that’ll coat your throat with extra support when you feel a cold coming on. In addition to New Zealand’s best manuka honey, each lozenge is made with ginger and echinacea and is USDA Certified Organic.
Easy, DIY Candy Recipes
When you’re in the mood for something homemade, these easy DIY candy recipes will hit the spot.
Almond Butter Cups
If you adore peanut butter cups, give this almond version a whirl. They’re a paleo-friendly treat that’ll be a hit with everyone in the family. And since each bite is sweetened with maple syrup and raw honey, you can feel even better about indulging.
Walnut Date Candies
Head to Morocco the next time your sweet tooth comes calling. This candy only uses five ingredients like walnuts, dates, and floral orange blossom water to make a memorable nibble we’re pretty sure everyone will want the recipe for.
Chocolate-Covered Pumpkin Seed Brittle
Boring brittle? Not a chance. Crunchy pine nuts and pumpkin seeds, plus a pinch of cardamom make this candy a real winner. (Not to mention every piece is dunked in milk chocolate.)