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Candy comes in a variety of forms. Chocolate, a crystalline candy, is discussed in a separate section. See also CANDY - SYRUP TEMPERATURE CHART and CANDY STORAGE.

Candy can be classified by its **PREPARATION METHOD**, which determines whether it will be
**CRYSTALLINE** or **NON-CRYSTALLINE** in nature.
CRYSTALLINE CANDIES: Two types exist based on the size of their crystals formed from sugar solutions	NON-CRYSTALLINE CANDIES: Sugar is present without form (amorphous) from sugar solutions
Type 1) Tiny crystals result in candies with soft, creamy and smooth textures Divinity* Fondant Fudge Marshmallows Maple Sugar Candy Nougat Pralines** Note: Divinity is a crystalline candy but is a special case as the crystals are dispersed in a foam. Marshmallows and gumdrops are also special classes as they contain a gelling substance. Type 2) Candies with larger crystals* Rock Candy NOTE: Aside from rock candy and certain types of sugar, crystal coatings are desirable on candies such as bon-bons and gumdrops and cream candies.	Brittle Butterscotch Caramel *Gummy Candies (Gummy bears, Jelly beans, Gumdrops) Hard Candy (Lollipops) Toffee**