Candy Eye

• To decorate cupcakes and cakes: Candy eyes provide a fun and easy way to add personality and character to your baked creations. Simply press them onto the frosting before it sets.- To embellish cookies: Add a quirky touch to cookies by placing candy eyes before baking or attaching them with a dab of icing after baking.- To create monster-themed treats: Use various sizes of candy eyes to fashion funny and scary monster designs on Halloween treats such as cookies, brownies, and cake pops.- To enhance gingerbread houses: Incorporate candy eyes to breathe life into gingerbread people or add character to the facade of gingerbread structures. They also work for other holiday baked goods.- To garnish chocolate-covered pretzels or bark: Press candy eyes into melted chocolate for decorative and tasty chocolate covered pretzels or bark designs. They add a visual appeal and a slight crunch.- To add to savory appetizers for novelty: Use candy eyes sparingly for novelty, humorous, or thematic appetizer platters, for events and celebrations.

While candy eyes are primarily for decoration and not a significant source of nutrients, moderation is key when enjoying treats.

• Provides a small amount of energy from sugar.
• Offers a visual appeal that can make food more enjoyable, potentially encouraging better intake, especially for children with picky eating habits.
• May provide a temporary mood boost due to sugar content.
• When used sparingly, contributes minimally to overall calorie intake.
• Fun to use in baking and decorating, which can encourage people to try new recipes.

Candy eyes should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat to prevent them from melting or becoming sticky. An airtight container is ideal for maintaining their shape and preventing moisture absorption, which can cause discoloration or clumping. Do not refrigerate or freeze, as this can introduce moisture and affect their texture.