Ep 4. Super Sweet
- June 18, 2007
- 21 min
Unwrapped is a long-running television series that takes viewers behind the scenes of some of the most popular and interesting food products on the market. In season 10, episode 4, viewers are treated to a candy-filled extravaganza in an episode entitled "Super Sweet."
The episode kicks off with a trip to the Spangler Candy Company in Bryan, Ohio, where viewers are treated to a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the world's most famous candy canes are made. From the mixing of the sugar, corn syrup, and water to the addition of the flavors and colors that make each candy cane unique, viewers get a step-by-step look at the candy-making process. And in true Unwrapped fashion, viewers learn some interesting tidbits along the way - did you know that the red stripes on a candy cane are made by dipping the white candy cane in red hot liquid sugar?
Next up on the episode is a look at how some popular candy bars are made. Viewers learn how Snickers bars are constructed from a base layer of nougat, topped with caramel and peanuts, and then covered in milk chocolate. And for those who prefer a little more crunch with their chocolate, Unwrapped takes us on a tour of a factory that produces Nestle Crunch bars. From the molding of the chocolate to the addition of the crispy rice cereal, the episode shows just how these delicious bars come together.
But the episode isn't all about candy - Unwrapped also takes viewers on a tour of a syrup factory that produces some of the sweetest toppings around. The episode features a visit to the Walden Farms factory in New York, where viewers get a glimpse of how the company's calorie-free pancake syrup is made. Using natural flavors and sweeteners like sucralose, Walden Farms has managed to create a syrup that has the same great taste as traditional pancake syrup but without any of the added calories.
Of course, it wouldn't be an episode of Unwrapped without a look at some of the more offbeat sweets on the market. In "Super Sweet," viewers are introduced to a product called "Goetze's Cow Tails." These chewy candies are made from a combination of caramel and cream, and have been a favorite among candy lovers for decades. But that's not all - the episode also takes viewers on a trip to a factory that produces "Dippin' Dots" ice cream. The process of creating this unique dessert involves flash-freezing ice cream mix in liquid nitrogen, which produces tiny, bite-sized balls of ice cream that are unlike anything you've ever tasted.
And speaking of unique desserts, the final segment of the episode features a visit to a bakery that specializes in creating one-of-a-kind cakes. The bakery, called Charm City Cakes, is famous for its elaborate, often over-the-top cake designs. From a giant T-Rex to a life-size replica of Star Wars' R2-D2, the bakers at Charm City Cakes can create just about anything out of cake. And of course, the cakes aren't just for show - they're also delicious.
All in all, "Super Sweet" is a fun and informative episode of Unwrapped that will leave viewers craving something sweet. From candy canes to calorie-free syrup, this episode covers all the bases when it comes to satisfying a sweet tooth. Whether you're a fan of classic candy bars or more unique desserts, there's something for everyone in this episode of Unwrapped.