Candy Packaging Tips

Candy is a great gift idea, especially around the holidays. Keep in mind these tips when packaging and storing homemade candy:

  • Store hard and soft candies in separate airtight containers to avoid changes in texture.
  • Place waxed paper between layers of candy.
  • Put individual pieces of candy in miniature cupcake liners for a professional look.
  • To give chocolate-dipped candy a variety of looks, roll or coat candy with baking cocoa, flaked coconut, nonpareils or other sprinkles, confectioners' sugar, ground nuts or graham cracker crumbs.
  • Try packing the sweets in different kinds of containers such as miniature boxes, cookie tins, woven baskets and decorative jars.
  • Decorate packages with handmade name tags, raffia bows, seasonal ribbon, cellophane wrapping or miniature ornaments.