Fruit Jellies - Pate de Fruit

Pate de Fuit and its American counterpart, Fruit Jellies, are fruity tasting candies, with a soft center and delicate sugar coating. They are cut, rather than molded, in easy-to-eat pieces. Their color, and size, make for after dinner treat, a plus alongside ice cream or cakes, and a general delight whether straight from the box or hugged by a candy bowl. A true old-time candy, Pate de Fruit was a favorite among well-to-do Colonists in the 1700s Other versions include today’s Fruit Slices. Quick Bite of Candy History Pâte de fruit began as a way to preserve the harvest. By cooking fruit and sugar into a firm, jewel-like confection, French candy makers created a sweet that captured the flavor of ripe fruit long after the growing season had ended. Other options included the ancient glace fruit, honey coated nuts, and, of course, dried fruit. Fruit Jellies, an American version, is frequently made with fruit flavoring, bringing us such old-time favorites as Fruit Slices.