I Melted Every Halloween Candy Together
TLDRIn this entertaining video, the host embarks on a unique Halloween candy experiment by attempting to create a 'Franken-candy bar'βa single candy bar made by melting together one of every type of Halloween candy available at Walmart and Target. The process involves careful shopping, sorting through 78 bags of candy, and categorizing them into hard candies, chocolate bars, caramels, Tootsie Rolls, and chewy candies. Each category is then prepared and combined in a meticulous process, resulting in a layered candy bar with a variety of textures and flavors. The final product is a visually striking and texturally complex candy bar that elicits mixed reactions from taste testers, with some finding it a delightful treat and others considering it a peculiar trick. The video is a fun exploration of the possibilities and flavors of Halloween candy, leaving viewers with a newfound appreciation for the holiday's sweet treats.
Takeaways
- π The video is about creating a unique Franken-candy bar by melting one of every Halloween candy together.
- π The shopping for candies took place at Walmart and Target, where a variety of Halloween candies were purchased.
- π¬ The candies were categorized into hard candies, chocolate and chocolate-based candy bars, caramels, Tootsie Rolls, and chewy candies.
- πͺ Some candies like Tootsie Pops and Ring Pops had their centers or plastic removed to avoid issues during the melting process.
- π« The chocolate candies were diced and melted into a fudge-like texture, while chewy candies were chopped and blended into a paste.
- π¬ The hard candy layer was created first, followed by layers of chewy candy paste, chocolate fudge, and finally drizzled with caramel and Tootsie Rolls.
- π° The final product had a mix of textures and flavors, with some parts being chewy, crunchy, and others tasting like various candy flavors.
- π€ The Franken-candy bar received mixed reviews, with some testers enjoying the variety of flavors and textures, while others found it too overwhelming.
- π Safiya, the host, expressed pride in the creation and found the flavor somewhat addicting, despite its unusual nature.
- π Statistically, chocolate was the most common flavor in the candies used, followed by cherry, apple, orange, and caramel or peanut/peanut butter.
- π The video ended with a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and follow on social media for more entertaining content.
Q & A
What is the main idea behind the video?
-The main idea of the video is to create a 'Franken-candy bar' by melting together one of every Halloween candy available at a local Walmart into a single candy bar to satiate the creator's desire for a variety of Halloween candy in one bite.
Why does the creator feel a void in their life regarding Halloween?
-The creator feels a void because they have not lived in a trick-or-treating hotspot as an adult, and thus have not had the opportunity to indulge in Halloween candy for several years.
What was the first store visited for shopping Halloween candies?
-The first store visited for shopping Halloween candies was Walmart.
How many different individual candies were sorted out after shopping?
-After shopping and sorting, there were 233 different individual candies.
What was the total number of hard candies collected for the experiment?
-There were 77 hard candies collected for the experiment.
How did the creator categorize the candies for melting?
-The candies were sorted into five different categories to melt together separately: hard candies, chocolate and chocolate-based candy bars, caramels, Tootsie Rolls, and chewy candies.
Why were gummies and gum candies not included in the melting process?
-Gummies and gum candies were not included in the melting process because they do not mix well with other candies and maintaining their chewy texture in the melting process was uncertain.
What was the final texture of the chewy candy layer?
-The final texture of the chewy candy layer was a strange, almost rubbery consistency that was bouncy and resisted when being manipulated.
What was the most popular flavor across all the Halloween candies used?
-The most popular flavor across all the Halloween candies was chocolate, with 63 appearances.
How did the creator and their friends find the final taste of the Franken-candy bar?
-The final taste of the Franken-candy bar was divisive among the tasters. Some found it to be a unique and enjoyable treat, while others felt it was a sick and twisted trick due to the overwhelming mix of flavors and textures.
What was the general public's reaction to the Franken-candy bar?
-The general public's reaction was mixed, with some people enjoying the variety of flavors and textures, while others were not fans of the unconventional candy bar.
Outlines
π Halloween Candy Melting Adventure
The video begins with the host expressing their love for Halloween and their desire to combine all types of Halloween candy into a single 'Franken-candy bar.' They share personal anecdotes about their past Halloween experiences and the lack of trick-or-treating opportunities as an adult. The host then embarks on a shopping trip to Walmart, where they purchase a variety of Halloween candies, including classic and niche options, with the aim of melting them together in a creative experiment.
π Candy and Decoration Shopping Spree
After a successful shopping trip at Walmart, the host and their companion, Tyler, continue their spree at Target, seeking out specialty candies and more variety packs. They also indulge in Halloween decorations, despite initially trying to resist. Back home, they sort through 78 bags of candy, filtering out one of every type to use in their experiment. The candies are categorized into hard candies, chocolate bars, caramels, Tootsie Rolls, and chewy candies, with gum and certain chewy candies excluded due to their inability to mix well with the others.
π¬ Crafting the Franken-Candy Bar
The host starts by melting 77 hard candies, including a variety of lollipops and other types, while ensuring to remove the lollipop sticks as they melt. The process is both satisfying and messy, resulting in a gray, molasses-like substance with a surprisingly pleasant taste. The host then moves on to creating a chewy candy layer by blending candies into a paste, which is then spread into a mold. This layer is also surprisingly tasty, with a mix of flavors including cherry, orange, strawberry, and apple.
π« Melting the Chocolate Candies
Next, the host tackles chocolate candies, dicing them into small pieces before melting them into a fudge-like texture using a double boiler. This 'Franken fudge' is then poured into molds to create the chocolate layer of the Franken-candy bar. The process is described as creating new forms of matter, and the final texture is unique, not quite molten but also not solid, with a taste reminiscent of a demented brownie.
π¬π« Assembling the Franken-Candy Bar
The host melts Hershey's bars, mini bars, and kisses to create a chocolate fondue for enrobing the previously made candy bars. Following a tutorial, they dip and coat the bars, resulting in a rustic and unique appearance. The final steps involve adding a caramel layer and drizzling melted Tootsie Rolls on top for an artisanal touch. Despite the challenges, the Franken-candy bars come together, encapsulating a variety of candy flavors and textures.
π£οΈ Reactions to the Franken-Candy Bar
The video concludes with the host and various friends and colleagues tasting the completed Franken-candy bars. Reactions are mixed, with some enjoying the variety of flavors and textures, while others find it too overwhelming or unconventional. The host reflects on the experience, expressing pride in their creation despite the differing opinions. They note that the flavor is somewhat addicting and that the texture is a notable aspect of the candy bar. The video ends with a call to like, subscribe, and follow their social media for more entertaining content.
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Keywords
π‘Franken-candy bar
π‘Halloween
π‘Candy Melting
π‘Texture
π‘Flavor
π‘Trick-or-Treating
π‘Candy Categories
π‘Experiment
π‘Food Theory
π‘Hershey's
π‘Enrobing
Highlights
The ambitious project of melting one of every Halloween candy into a single 'Franken-candy bar' was undertaken to satiate the creator's desire for a variety of candy flavors in one bite.
The creator is a self-proclaimed Halloween fanatic, drawing inspiration from Halloweentown Disney Channel movies and Twilight books.
The shopping trip to Walmart and Target resulted in 78 different bags of candy, showcasing a wide variety of Halloween treats.
The process of creating the Franken-candy bar involved sorting candies into five categories: hard candies, chocolate and chocolate-based candy bars, caramels, Tootsie Rolls, and chewy candies.
Gum and a few excessively chewy candies were excluded from the experiment due to their inability to mix well with other candies.
The hard candy category included a variety of lollipops and resulted in a gray, high fructose corn syrup-like mixture.
Chewy candies were chopped, blended, and mushed together to create a paste-like texture for the chewy layer of the Franken-candy bar.
The chocolate layer, or 'Franken fudge,' was made by dicing and melting various chocolate bars to create a demented brownie-like texture.
The enrobing process, inspired by a tutorial from Kaibo Chocolates, involved dipping the prepared candy bars into melted Hershey's chocolate.
Tootsie Rolls and caramels were drizzled on top of the bars for an artisanal touch, adding an extra layer of complexity to the texture.
The final Franken-candy bars were a mix of different textures and flavors, with some testers finding them delightful and others less so.
The most popular flavors across the 233 candies used were chocolate, cherry, apple, orange, and caramel, with a significant number of sour candies included.
The creator found the Franken-candy bar to be somewhat addictive, despite its crazy flavor combinations.
The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and follow on social media for more entertaining content.
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