Citrus flavors like lemon, orange
and lime are perfect for spring and summer. They’re fresh, vibrant and always
popular this time of year. If you’re looking to add some zing to your candy
case, try these citrus-inspired ideas.
Photo credit: Olympian Candies
Lemon Twist Bark
Layer dark chocolate with lemon-flavored white chocolate. Sprinkle crushed
lemon candies and a pinch of lemon sea salt. Finish with a dark chocolate
drizzle for a sweet, salty and sour treat.
Orange Creams
Classic orange creams feature a soft orange-flavored center covered in white
chocolate, topped with an orange drizzle. For a fun twist, take a cue from RCI
member Abdallah Candies and display them in ice cream cones—perfect for summer
merchandising and social media posts.
Key Lime Pie Truffles
RCI member Fazio’s Chocolate offers a bright key lime pie truffle filled with
key lime ganache, covered in white chocolate and finished with graham cracker
crumbs. Consider adding this flavor to your summer collection.
Lemon Blueberry Caramel
Blend lemon oil and dried blueberries into your caramel for a bold, fruity
combination. Walker’s Chocolates
created this award-winning piece, and citrus-berry pairings continue to be a
customer favorite.
Bonus Idea: Lemon Cut-Outs
RCI member Water’s Edge Chocolates created cheerful lemon-shaped cut-outs. Use
a cookie cutter to shape crispy rice treats, lemon fudge or even brownies, then
dip in yellow chocolate for a fun, summery treat.
New flavors spark curiosity and keep customers coming back. Promote your citrus
creations on social media and encourage fans to spread the word. Limited-time
flavors can boost excitement and sales!
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