Friday Fun Fact Feb 26

 

Jelly Beans!!

image from AtraFloor

Jelly beans are small sugar candies in the shape of a bean.  The inside has a thick gel and the outside has a soft candy shell.  Cherry, orange, lemon, and lime are some of the most common flavors of jelly beans.

It is believed that jelly beans first appeared in 1861 in the United States.  Boston candy maker William Schrafft made the jelly bean and encouraged customers to send the candy to soldiers fighting in the Civil War. 

In the 1930's, jelly beans became a popular candy to find in plastic Easter eggs.

If you would like to see how jelly beans are made, you can click on this Wonderopolis link:

Wonderopolis - How Jelly Beans are Made

According to The Candy Store, the jelly bean flavor that is most popular in Missouri is buttered popcorn.

image from Two Sisters Crafting

Two Sisters Crafting came up with a cute idea for jelly beans - jelly bean necklaces!  You need jelly beans, a sewing needle, and thread. (They suggested using stretchy thread that can be found in the jewelry and beading section of a craft store.)

Here is a link to the directions:  Jelly Bean Necklaces

Have a great weekend!