Disclosed is a method for preparing a multilayer confectionary product including a paste confectionery center, surrounded by an intermediate layer of chewy candy material, surrounded in turn by a layer of amorphous candy material, to the multilayer confectionery product obtained by the process and to an apparatus for producing the multilayer confectionary product. The multilayer confectionary product can be further coated with a hard coating.

Provided is an approach for obtaining a high quality xylitol-containing candy in a short period of time. A candy composition according to the present invention contains a sugar composition portion comprising xylitol as a main component and a different carbohydrate, and a crystallization promoting agent promoting crystallization of the xylitol. The crystallization promoting agent is a substance which leaves solid residues in a melt of the sugar composition portion when a powder of the crystallization promoting agent in an amount of 0.5 g is added to 100 g of the melt maintained at 90° C., and stirred for 30 minutes. The content of the crystallization promoting agent is preferably from 0.5 parts by mass to 10 parts by mass relative to the candy composition. The crystallization promoting agent is preferably selected from a tea powder, a coffee powder, a cocoa powder, a talc powder, a calcium carbonate powder, a silicic anhydride powder, a magnesium carbonate powder, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the multi-region confectionery product 10 according to the present invention comprises a defined shaped region 30 comprising a solidified material of the candy composition, and at least a portion of the defined shaped region 30 is exposed.

Provided is an approach for obtaining a high quality xylitol-containing candy in a short period of time. A candy composition according to the present invention contains a sugar composition portion comprising xylitol as a main component and a different carbohydrate, and a crystallization promoting agent promoting crystallization of the xylitol. The crystallization promoting agent is a substance which leaves solid residues in a melt of the sugar composition portion when a powder of the crystallization promoting agent in an amount of 0.5 g is added to 100 g of the melt maintained at 90° C., and stirred for 30 minutes. The content of the crystallization promoting agent is preferably from 0.5 parts by mass to 10 parts by mass relative to the candy composition. The crystallization promoting agent is preferably selected from a tea powder, a coffee powder, a cocoa powder, a talc powder, a calcium carbonate powder, a silicic anhydride powder, a magnesium carbonate powder, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the multi-region confectionery product 10 according to the present invention comprises a defined shaped region 30 comprising a solidified material of the candy composition, and at least a portion of the defined shaped region 30 is exposed.

An extruded confection comprised of one or multiple layers, wherein at least one layer provides a hard and brittle layer when chewed. Moreover, combinations of select saccharides are provided to achieve desired textural attributes when extruded as a lone layer or as one layer in a multiple layer confection. A process for creating the hard and brittle confection layer, which takes into account the rate of crystal growth of the saccharides is used to make the confection.

An extruded confection comprised of one or multiple layers, wherein at least one layer provides a hard and brittle layer when chewed. Moreover, combinations of select saccharides are provided to achieve desired textural attributes when extruded as a lone layer or as one layer in a multiple layer confection. A process for creating the hard and brittle confection layer, which takes into account the rate of crystal growth of the saccharides is used to make the confection.

The present invention is a water-soluble form of lipophilic molecules contained in liposomes. In one embodiment, the lipophilic molecule is crystalline lutein and the lutein-loaded liposomes are included in pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and dietary supplements industry, with potential for chewable tablets, fortification of beverages, effervescent tablets, uncoated tablets, nutritional bars, and functional foods in addition to cosmetic industry.

The present invention provides a high-moisture-content gummi candy as a novel fruity confection, including a gummi candy body having a moisture value of not lower than 20% by weight, a pH of not higher than 4.0, and a water activity value of not higher than 0.86 and a collagen casing coating and encapsulating the gummi candy body. Even with a high moisture content, namely, even with a moisture value of the gummi candy body as high as not lower than 20% by weight, the high-moisture-content gummi candy is remarkably reduced in syneresis, surface melting, stickiness, and the like, has an excellent shape retention ability, has a fresh flavor and an elastic texture, and is suitable for distribution at normal temperature.

Edible sheets for use in the preparation of food products and/or direct consumption by consumers are disclosed. The edible sheets include at least one flexible or semi-rigid membrane or layer of a base material having particles of one or more functional materials, such as lubricants or flavoring additives, dispersed therein. The edible sheets are configured to undergo a transformation and release the functional materials onto a cooking surface or surface of a food item, or into a mouth of a consumer, upon satisfaction of one or more predetermined conditions, allowing for consistent and controlled delivery of the functional materials. The edible sheets may be effective to flavor a food item before, during, or after cooking, may be effective to lubricate a food item or cooking surface, and/or may be effective to deliver a gustatory sensation to a consumer.

The present invention is directed to non-chewing gum confections and in particular to a confection having at least two textures (dual-textured confectionery). A dual-textured confectionery having a chewy center and a crunchy coating is disclosed. The chewy center may be a gummy candy and the crunchy coating may be a discontinuous coating that comprises small irregular pieces of candy. A method for making the dual-textured confectionery is also disclosed.

The present invention is directed to non-chewing gum confections and in particular to a confection having at least two textures (dual-textured confectionery). A dual-textured confectionery having a chewy center and a crunchy coating is disclosed. The chewy center may be a gummy candy and the crunchy coating may be a discontinuous coating that comprises small irregular pieces of candy. A method for making the dual-textured confectionery is also disclosed.