Dawan A-Mao A-Hao Peanut Candy Introduction
The peanut candy sold in Dawan, Yongkang District, has a unique flavor that differs from the hard and brittle varieties. Dawan peanut candy is the most representative specialty of Yongkang, with various flavors, including peanut brittle and peanut candy, which is sweet, chewy, and does not stick to the teeth. It has a soft exterior and a crunchy interior, becoming progressively more fragrant and sweet as you chew. This handmade peanut candy is created using fresh, unexposed, or cooked peanuts. The main ingredients for the sugar are low-sweetness maltose and premium granulated sugar, which are boiled for one hundred minutes over a flame while being continuously stirred. After cooling, it is air-dried naturally, sliced, and packaged, resulting in a flavor-packed peanut candy.
