Chuckles facts for kids
Chuckles candies
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| Type | Confectionery | ||||||
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| Created by | Fred W. Amend | ||||||
| Invented | 1921 | ||||||
| Main ingredients | Corn syrup, sugar, cornstarch, natural and artificial flavors and colors | ||||||
| 150 kcal (628 kJ) | |||||||
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| Other information | produced by Ferrara Candy Company | ||||||
Chuckles are yummy jelly candies covered with a light layer of sugar. They come in five different flavors: lime, orange, cherry, lemon, and licorice. Each package of Chuckles usually has one piece of each flavor. These candies are made from ingredients like corn syrup, sugar, and cornstarch. They also have natural and artificial flavors and colors that give them their bright look and tasty flavors.
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History of Chuckles
How Chuckles Started
Chuckles candy was first made in 1921 by a person named Fred W. Amend. The very first factory where these candies were produced was in Danville, Illinois.
Changing Owners
Over the years, Chuckles candy has been owned by several different companies. In 1970, a big company called Nabisco bought the Chuckles Company. Later, in 1986, the company changed hands again and became part of Leaf.
In 1996, The Hershey Company, another famous candy maker, took over Chuckles. After that, in 2002, Chuckles joined Farley's & Sathers. This company later joined with Ferrara Pan in 2012, forming the Ferrara Candy Company. Today, the Chuckles brand is owned by Iconic IP Interests, LLC.
Chuckles and Evel Knievel
From 1974 to 1975, Chuckles candy even sponsored a famous stuntman named Evel Knievel. He was known for his daring jumps and stunts!
See also
External links
- Chuckles Candy product page
