**What is Functional Sugar for Confectionery Candies?**

Functional sugar refers to specialized sweeteners that provide health benefits beyond basic sweetness. In confectionery candies, these innovative ingredients enhance nutritional profiles while maintaining taste and texture.

**Key Benefits in Candy Production**

Using functional sugar for confectionery candies offers multiple advantages: reduced glycemic impact, prebiotic properties for gut health, and improved shelf stability. These sugars resist crystallization, ensuring smoother textures in gummies and chocolates.

**Popular Applications and Formulations**

Common applications include sugar-free gummies, low-calorie chocolates, and functional hard candies. Isomaltulose and allulose are popular choices for their excellent stability and minimal aftertaste.

**Frequently Asked Questions**

Does functional sugar alter candy taste?

No—high-quality functional sugars maintain sweetness profiles while adding health benefits.

Can it replace traditional sugar completely?

Often used in blends, but specific ratios depend on desired texture and nutritional goals.

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