Abstract: A method for making confectionery products and an apparatus for use in the method. The method involves dissolving confectionery-based ingredients in water to provide a confectionery-based slurry and concentrating the slurry by applying the slurry onto a first hot surface having a first temperature to remove moisture from the slurry, scraping the slurry from the first surface to move the slurry onto a second hot surface having a second temperature to remove additional water from the slurry and provide a concentrated slurry having a final solids content, and scraping the concentrated slurry from the second surface after the desired total solids content is obtained. The concentrated slurry can then be formed into a confectionery product. The method is economical, clean, and may be used to prepare a wide variety of confections.

Abstract: The “Edible Molded Apparatus with Novel Effect” is designed to provide a decorative, surprising and flavor enhancing experience when placed on an edible preparation, such as on a cake. This apparatus consists of a formed edible body which contains an inner ducting(s) channeling a flowable edible substance out onto an edible preparation. This edible substance provides a novel, surprising effect when propelled through the apparatus and may also enhance flavor of the edible preparation. The apparatus comprises a molded edible body, a ducting which passes through a hole in the edible preparation and it's supporting platform, and connects to a housing for a flowable substance and a propulsion mechanism.

Abstract: A candy lollipop head is attached to a wrist band which is worn in the manner of a conventional wrist watch. The wrist pop has one or more candies mounted on it to allow a child to play with the candy before, or during, its consumption. One alternative embodiment provides for a candies shaped in specific forms, such as cartoon characters, or shaped in the form of a device such as a wrist watch face. Another alternative embodiment uses a lollipop head which is attached to a reusable wrist band. A further embodiment uses a disposable wrist pop. An alternative disposable embodiment provides for disposable brackets which are secured to a lollipop head and are then slidably mounted on a reusable wrist band. The wrist band can be fabricated from flexible conventional wrist band's, similar to those used on watches, or wrist band's which are fabricated from snap bracelets.

Abstract: An edible fiberoptic light source is combined with confectioneries, in particular candy, to form a safe edible material possessing unusual combinations of internally generated colors and optical images. The basic design consists of a edible food pipes that may be placed within various confectioneries or foodstuffs that elicits light of various colors and intensities while standing untouched and even as the product is ingested. Digestible optical fibers act as light pipes to carry light into confectioneries where different colors and patterns of light are generated as the candy is reduced in size. Indigestible fiberoptics may see use delivering light energy into areas of digestible fiberoptic or digestible optic carriage. The light source and edible fiber optics not only has uses in candies of all types, especially lollipops and hard candy, but also is suitable for frozen food products (Popsicles), cakes and pies with lettering and decorations that emit light.

Abstract: An expansible container is provided for use during the cooking of food in a radiant energy device such as a microwave oven, with the container being configured or otherwise designed to provide entertainment to onlookers as the container expands in size during the relative rapid cooking of food in the container and/or with the fully expanded container of cooked food providing an interesting article, character, figure or configuration that is of novel, interesting or entertaining appearance. The container is formed from relatively flexible materials that define a closed chamber which contains food to be cooked. In its deflated form, the container is collapsed to assume a relatively flat, thin configuration which, in most preferred practice, displays or is configured to provide an entertaining or amusing shape.

Abstract: A candy holding device designed to add amusement to a child's candy. The device comprises a main housing which can be in the form of a full or partial body or skeleton or any form desired, hard plastic balls, a male pivot point, a female pivot slot, an anchor pin, a hollow noisemaker, an expandable stick holder, a slide groove, a candy stick and a candy. The upper portion of the main housing has a hollow noisemaker with a slide groove. The candy and candy stick are held stationary by the expandable stick holder which attaches to the top of the male pivot point and secured by the anchor pin. The main housing has extensions which hold the hard plastic balls on each side of the hollow noisemaker. By holding the main housing and shaking from side to side, sounds are produced by bouncing the hollow noisemaker against the hard plastic balls via the male pivot point.

Abstract: A padded handle (1) comprising preferably one piece of flexible filling material, which is arranged to be guided through two or more handle grips and where two opposing edges of the padded handle (1) have assembled corresponding locking mechanisms (2, 5) arranged to lock the two opposing edges loosely together, with an inner surface (3) surrounding the handles. That which is new and distinguishing is, among other characteristics, the fact that the padded handle in its unbent, mainly flat form, has an elliptical horizontal projection which comprises a minimal area in relation to the length and breadth of material which is necessary in order to fulfill the function of compression distribution, while at the same time covering the handles; and where the padded handles' edible material after use may be opened up and consumed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a frozen food dessert assembly. The frozen food dessert assembly includes a chemiluminescent stick and a frozen food or food additive partially disposed about one end of the stick. Preferably, a tubing material or wrapping film is disposed about the chemiluminescent stick. The ends of the stick may include different shapes. Also, at least one of the ends of the stick may include a hook or a handle. The stick can define an aperture proximate to at least one of its ends.

Abstract: An interactive foodstuff emits sound, light, motion or other action by the control and/or manipulation of the electrical, optical or physical conditions of or proximal to the foodstuff.

Abstract: An aqueous liquid for forming soap bubbles of the present invention, contains, as an emulsifier, an ester of a fatty acid having 8 to 14 carbon atoms with a polyhydric alcohol having not less than four hydroxyl groups, the percentage of esterified hydroxyl groups of said polyhydric alcohol being 1 to 25% based on total hydroxyl groups of the polyhydric alcohol. Such aqueous liquid for forming soap bubbles has a high safety and is suitable for children's recreations or amusements.

Abstract: A nozzle assembly branching each stream of at least two fluidized food materials of different colors into multiple streams, and guiding the multiple streams to predetermined locations in a mold, the nozzle assembly including: an upper nozzle plate, at least one lower nozzle plate positioned below and in contact with the upper nozzle plate, each of the upper and lower nozzle plates having at least two discrete passages, each of the passages in the upper nozzle plate guiding one of the food materials in a substantially horizontal direction, and having at least one communication port each in communication with corresponding one of the passages in the lower nozzle plate, each of the passages in the lower nozzle plate having at least one discharge port for discharging one of the food materials into one of the one or more unit cavities, at least one of the passages in the lower nozzle plate being a horizontal guide passage for guiding one of the food materials in a substantially horizontal direction.

Abstract: An ice confection coating of an aqueous based sol containing a pectin and a setting agent in an amount sufficient to cause gelation of the sol. Also included are methods for preparing the coating, methods for applying the coating, and the resultant coated ice confection products.

Abstract: Protein-based, edible chewable pet toys, such as artificial dog bones, and methods of preparing such chewable pet toys are disclosed. The chewable pet toys are made from protein-based thermoplastic composition containing plant and animal derived proteinic material and various additive and nutrient ingredients. Chewable pet toys within the scope of the present invention possess properties of conventional artificial dog bones made of synthetic polymer, such as good strength and hardness, but they are biodegradable and edible. In addition, the chewable pet toys contain vitamins, minerals, flavorings, oral hygiene additives and other ingredients to help keep teeth and bones strong and to promote the growth and health of the pet.

Abstract: A method of forming chocolate mold having an image printed thereon. The method includes the steps of forming a piece of edible paper, releasably securing a first side of the edible paper to a backing sheet, printing an image on a second side of the edible paper and securing the edible paper to the chocolate mold. The image is printed on the edible paper by a printer using food coloring loaded into a cartridge of the printer. The step of securing the edible paper to the chocolate mold may include placing the edible paper within a mold with the image facing a side of the mold, pouring chocolate into the mold and atop the edible paper, allowing the chocolate poured into the mold to harden and removing the hardened chocolate and edible paper from the mold. The hardening of the chocolate forms a bond between the chocolate and the edible paper it is poured atop.

Abstract: A consumer cereal product including at least first and second portions, the first portion having a specific gravity less than a liquid, such as milk, so that it floats in the liquid, and the second portion having a specific gravity greater than that liquid so that it sinks therein. Alternatively, cereal is provided having a specific gravity less than a liquid so that the cereal floats, and a portion is coated with a soluble substance having a density sufficient to cause that portion to sink. As the coating dissolves, the coated portion becomes more buoyant and rises to the top of the liquid. In a further embodiment, cereal is provided wherein each piece of cereal has a specific gravity low enough to float in a liquid and includes a first and second portion, the first portion having a higher density than the second portion so that the cereal piece floats with the lower density portion to the top.

Abstract: A liquid candy dispenser is provided with a liquid candy supply member with an internal cavity, a supply of liquid candy disposed in the liquid candy supply member, a body part member shaped in the form of a human body part, a liquid candy dispensing hole formed in the body part member at a location corresponding to an area of the body part at which a body-part substance would be present, a liquid conduit fluidly coupled between the liquid candy supply member and the liquid candy dispensing hole, and a pumping mechanism associated with the liquid candy supply member. The pumping mechanism forces liquid candy from the internal cavity of the liquid candy supply member, through the liquid conduit fluidly coupled between the liquid candy supply member and the liquid candy dispensing hole, and out of the liquid candy dispensing hole so that the liquid candy exits the dispensing hole formed in the body part member to simulate the presence of the body-part substance on the human body part.

Abstract: An improved container for food and other perishable products comprising a simple construction and a multi-functional cap. The container allows for the storage of multiple products separately within the container as well as consumption of the products while “on the go.” The multi-functional cap nests over and seals the mouth end of the container, allows for the nesting of a sub-container or a promotional item inside the cap, and allows the products to be resealed without contaminating each other. The container is ergonomically and stylishly shaped to provide a comfortable hand grip for a variety of consumers.

Abstract: Nutritional solutions and methods of making same are disclosed. The solutions include protein, lipid, and a carbohydrate source including high amylose starch and guar gum.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an edible greeting card suitable for ingestion by a pet which comprises at least one substantially rigid edible panel having at least one message region positioned on the front surface and/or back surface of the panel. At least one edible message is provided within the message region and, in a preferred embodiment, a plurality of messages are provided on the edible panels of the greeting card. The edible message has a plurality of characters, each character being sufficiently large so as to be perceived by the average human. In embodiments utilizing one or more panels, edible joining devices are utilized to join the panels. The panels are positioned within the vicinity of the pet so that the pet may view and ingest the panels and edible message.

Abstract: A confectionery comprising a container, a handle portion above the container, a body attached to the handle portion and disposed within the container, and preferably a flowable confectionery disposed within the container.

Abstract: A scent area (14) is integrated into or attached to a food label (12). The scent area (14) preferably contains the scent and/or taste of the contents within the food container (10). The scent area (14) preferably includes scratch and sniff technology and/or is covered with a peel-off type cover to preserve the freshness of the scent area (14) during shipping and storage. Human babies can then sniff or lick the scent areas (14) from an assortment of food containers (10) and show a preference for a meal selection. In a further embodiment, a row, column, or array of spaced-apart scent areas (14a-d) can be presented to a baby, and through sniff and/or taste the baby can indicate the types or flavors of food preferred. Similarly, food-scented cards, game pieces, or toys (25a-d, 27a-d) can be presented to a baby who can select a card, game piece, or toy (25a-d, 27a-d) to indicate the type and/or flavor of food preferred for the next meal.

Abstract: An iced-confectionary article coated with a layer of cooked batter, in particular in the form of a popsicle. This article is prepared by dipping a precooled iced confection center, fitted with a stick, into an aerated meringue-like liquid frying batter, cooking the batter and then hardening and freezing of the article.

Abstract: A process for making an aerated, confectionery product of multiple colors includes, as a first step, preparing a slurry of water, sugar, and gelatin. The slurry is divided into at least first and second portions or batches having a defined color to provide a second color. A dye or colorant of a color is added to the second portion or batch to provide a second color. Each of the first and second batches are then individually aerated to form first and second aerated streams of first and second colors of substantially identical density and rheological properties. After aeration of the first and second portions, the first and second colored streams are fed to an extrusion die manifold, where they are extruded in disproportionate amounts to form a multicolored a rope having the first and second colors of unequal proportion. A starch anti-sticking agent is applied, and the rope is cut into individual pieces. The individual pieces are then dried to a 1 to 5% moisture content.

Abstract: The candy dispensing novelty item is a transparent, tubular container having an eyeball-shaped dispensing cap at a first end, a furry head piece and a cotton pompom necklace at a second end, and a shoulder strap and whistle. The shoulder strap passes through holes in the container and through the dispensing cap sleeve so as to secure the cap in a manner analogous to a tether or a leash. That is, each end of the shoulder strap terminates with a bead that is larger than the holes in the container and cap sleeve through which the strap passes. The dispensing cap has a ring-shaped exterior lip to halt the insertion of the cap sleeve into the first end of the container. Numerals representing the sports jersey of a favorite player may also be provided on top of the furry head piece. As a safety feature, the eyeball-shaped figure on the dispensing cap is reflective and serves to warn vehicles in a parking lot of oncoming pedestrian sports fans.

Abstract: A morphing candy holding device including a main housing with a primary chamber and a second chamber. The primary chamber includes an aperture through which a piece of candy secured in the primary chamber can be pushed for consumption by a consumer. A lower housing includes a candy stick holder in the primary chamber which pushes the candy up through the aperture for consumption. The secondary electrical circuit includes a power source, an integrated circuit, a control switch for controlling the electrical circuitry. The electrical circuitry in addition to the integrated circuit includes four LED lights which are in a series from a bottom of the secondary chamber to an upper end of the chamber. The LED lights shine through a series of transition pictures which change from one form to another form from the lower end of the secondary chamber to the upper end of the secondary chamber. Lowering the lower housing inactivates the electrical switch.

Abstract: A toy that emits a sound when placed into contact with an end user. The toy includes a handle which has a first electrode and a second electrode. The second electrode is in contact with a frozen liquid that is supported by the handle. The electrodes are coupled to a sound generating device which emits a sound when the first electrode is electrically coupled to the second electrode. To operate the toy, the end user grabs the handle and makes contact with the first electrode. The end user then licks the frozen liquid. The body of the end user electrically couples the first electrode with the second electrode so that the sound generating device emits a sound. The electrodes may be coupled to a light bulb that illuminates the frozen liquid when the end user is in contact with the first electrode and licks the frozen item. Alternatively, the light bulb may be activated by depressing a button on the handle.

Abstract: An edible confection includes a cookie having white icing imprinted with a black edible ink outline of an image suitable for coloring. According to the invention, the cookies are distributed with one or more fruit flavored alcohol based ink markers. According to the presently preferred embodiment, the cookies are shaped to conform to the general outline of the image borne thereon. The presently preferred ink markers contain a mixture of water, glycerine, ethyl alcohol, flavoring, and food dyes. The cookies of the invention are preferably distributed in groups of thematically related images. Some thematic images contemplated by the invention include farm animals, zoo animals, reptiles, fish, holiday themes, licensed characters, etc. According to one embodiment, indicia are provided on the icing of the cookie to indicate what colors should be used to color each portion of the image.

Abstract: An iced cake (92) is decorated with an edible substrate sheet (100) having a color image (200) reproduced thereon by a plain paper photocopy process. The sheet (100) is passed along a straight, generally unheated copy path (24) through a plain paper, color inkjet photocopy machine (10) to reproduce thereon the color image (200) placed on the photocopy glass (12).

Abstract: A novelty candy holding device including a housing to which a candy pop can be secured. The housing includes a bottom end cap which prevents a pliable putty-like material in the housing from drying out. The bottom end cap can be removed to expose the pliable putty material into which one can insert their finger or fingers in order to move the putty material around so that movement of the putty makes a noise as air within the putty is moved. The device can have an end cap with a central opening secured to the housing. A stretchable diaphragm is secured over the central aperture so that one can force the diaphragm into the pliable putty material to move the putty material about so that a noise will be made as the putty material is moved, at which time air in the putty material will make a noise.

Abstract: A food composition, particularly for pets, is prepared by adding and mixing cereal, vegetable protein, animal meal, vegetable by-products and lipid ingredients together and extrusion-cooking the mixture and then passing the extrusion-cooked mixture via a cone member and then a die member to obtain, from the die member, a product wherein a plurality of extrudate band layers form a lamellar structure, after which the lamellar-structure product is cut into pieces to obtain pieces which have a band layer lamellar structure, and then, the pieces are dried. The ingredients are employed and the process is carried out so that the dried product has a protein content of between 14% and 35%, a lipid content of between 2% and 20%, a carbohydrate content of at least 25%, a moisture content of between 2% and 15% and a density of between 0.3 and 0.6 g/cc.

Abstract: An aqueous bubble-forming composition, suitable for use as a child's toy, comprises a sucrose ester present in an amount by weight from about 3.3% to about 5.3%, a water soluble polymer in an amount by weight of from about 11.5% to about 14.0%, sweetener in amount by weight of from about 1.8% to about 4.0%, and water in amount by weight of from about 75% to about 83%. Small amounts of additional flavorings may be added to further improve the taste of the obtained solution.

Abstract: An ice confection containing a plurality of inclusions within the ice confection and a process for producing an ice confection containing a plurality of inclusions within the ice confection by automatically distributing the inclusions through a fruit feeder into the ice mix.

Abstract: A pre-packaged s'more kit containing a plurality of marshmallows, crackers, and flavored wafers shaped to fit inside an elongated container. Preferably, the kit includes a roasting utensil also designed to fit within the elongated container. Once the s'more ingredients are removed, the elongated container can be reused as a storage container, a drinking cup, even a refractory telescope. Advantageously, a s'more connoisseur need only purchase one easily storable and transportable kit Instead of separately purchasing the ingredients in bulk.

Abstract: A cookie product has entertainment value and interest in addition to its good taste and satisfying snack value. The cookie product comprises a base cake having an image thereon and a layer of confection covering at least a portion of the image. Preferably, the cookie is a sandwich cookie having two base cakes separated by and adhered with a confection filling. In its preferred form, the image comprises a depiction of a cartoon character appearing on a television screen and a second base cake has an image of a television with an unclear picture that is visible when the cookie is taken from its package or container. A method of making the cookie product and a method of eating it are also provided.

Abstract: An edible toy accessory is disclosed comprising a toy accessory composed of an edible material and shaped into a form usable as an accessory with an associated stand-alone toy, the associated stand-alone toy having independent amusement value when used without the toy accessory.

Abstract: The present invention relates to edible decorations which reproduce all types of patterns, including colored patterns. The purpose of these decorations is partially or totally to cover the cakes for which they are intended and with which they form a perfectly homogeneous whole. More precisely, the invention comprises in producing a printed decoration with five successive layers: a first layer of printed edible paper, and a second layer of a material for modifying the texture of the edible paper and sticking the first and third layers together. The third layer comprises of a material belonging to the group comprising almond paste and chocolate. The fourth layer is equivalent to the second layer, and the fifth layer is equivalent to the first layer. By virtue of this innovation, a printed decoration does not detract from the cake and remains supple and homogeneous.

Abstract: The method enables food products to be manufactured which include two half-shells with their respective mouth portions coupled together. The products contain an accessory element occupying an inner volume enclosed in a wrapper.

Abstract: An aqueous bubble-forming composition, suitable for use as a child's toy, comprises a sucrose ester present in an amount by weight from about 3.3% to about 5.3%, a water soluble polymer in an amount by weight of from about 11.5% to about 14.0%, sucrose in amount by weight of from about 1.8% to about 4.0%, and water in amount by weight of from about 75% to about 83%. Small amounts of additional flavorings may be added to further improve the taste of the obtained solution.

Abstract: A small, bite-sized snack food item is disclosed which combines a pretzel stick and a group of cereal rings annularly disposed on the stick, thereby combining the flavor of the pretzel with the flavor of the cereal in a bite-sized unit. The unit can be held by the fingers of one hand, and bitten off, and it also may be attractive to a child in the manner of a toy. The stick may also be coated with candy or another contrasting food substance.

Abstract: A method of creating food product, such as pizza, which will produce an illustrated, decorative personalized food product by using edible symbols and or edible granules and or edible powder. The edible symbols, granules or powder, which may have coloring, are applied to the surface of food product by using a symbol placement applicator that applies precut symbols and or a stencil placement applicator, which applies granulated or powdered edibles to form designs. The symbols and or granulated or powder design is fused to the food product during a thermal fusing process.

Abstract: This invention relates to the technical field of culinary arts. It includes an amusing way of presenting a novelty item such as a figurine or other promotional or warning message during the heating of a microwave food package which may also serve as a food ready indicator. It may be used as a retrofit to a food package or integrated into a food package.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for rotating an item, particularly an edible item. The edible item may be a confectionary product and preferably is a frozen dessert. The device includes a lower handle intended as a holder, an intermediate pinion inside a box, and a support assembly that supports the edible product. The support assembly is integral with the intermediate pinion and rotates freely with respect to the lower handle. The edible product is rotated by inserting a slender rack between the pinion and the inner face of the box in such a way that it meshes with the pinion so that its transverse movement gives rise to a rotation of the pinion and, consequently, rotation of the edible product supported on the support assembly.

Abstract: A confectionary product including a substantially transparent candy mass and a substantially cylindrical housing for supporting and retaining the candy mass and including an interior compartment for storing a small object. The housing includes a cylindrical base having a tubular wall defining an interior compartment and an opening leading to the interior compartment, a cap removably engaging with the base and enclosing the candy mass when in engagement with the base, and a sealing member for closing the opening of the base to thereby seal the interior compartment of the base. The object in the interior compartment is accessible by removing the sealing member from engagement with the base. The candy product or mass may have a plurality of different tastes and/or a plurality of different colors.

Abstract: A multi-layer food composition packaged in a container has a layer of a sterilized fat-containing composition, such as a chocolate, on a heat-treated component, such as a mousse, a creme, a jelly and/or a sauce, and a heat-treated component may be positioned on the fat-containing composition layer. The heat-treated food component has a Bostwick viscosity less than 8 cm, and the fat-containing composition layer has a thickness of between 0.1 mm and 3 mm. The food component and sterilized fat-containing composition are introduced into the container under ultrahygienic or aseptic conditions, and after introduction of a heat-treated food component into the container, the fat-containing composition is sprayed under pressure onto the component.

Abstract: A drip collecting support for frozen confections comprising a drip collecting tray shaped body and a handle means having a removable portion comprising a figurine or a toy.

Abstract: A confection including a candy product, a substantially elongate base member having opposed first and second ends and an interior compartment. The first end of the base member has an opening leading to the interior compartment while the second end of the base member has support and retaining structure for supporting and retaining the candy product in a fixed position relative to the base member. A cap removably engages with the base member at the second end and encloses the candy product when in engagement with the base member. A sealing member close the opening at the first end of the base member to thereby seal the interior compartment thereof. A small toy may be placed in the interior compartment and is accessible by removing the sealing member from engagement with the base member. The candy product or mass may have a plurality of different tastes and/or a plurality of different colors.

Abstract: A shaped hot dog, and a method of forming a shaped hot dog from an elongated generally cylindrical wiener. The wiener is provided with cuts extending longitudinally from each end a distance selected to maintain a cylindrical middle portion intact. The cuts form distal portions which extend away from each side of the middle portion. The distal portions curl outwardly on cooking, and the resulting shaped hot dog has an appealing shape which, in a preferred embodiment, resembles a spider.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a book for young readers designed to make reading more enjoyable. The book of the present invention preferably includes illustrations on at least some of the pages thereof. Additionally, edible candy is provided as a part of the book pages and may be positioned to form a part of an illustration found on a page. The candy is attached to or otherwise provided as a part of the book pages in a manner so that it may be easily removed from the book and eaten by the reader. In an alternative embodiment, the book pages may include holes formed therein and the candy may be provided on an insert designed to be placed behind the page so that the candy is in registry with the holes formed in the page and so that the candy extends out through the holes when the insert is placed immediately behind the page. In this manner, after the candy has been removed from book, the insert may be removed and replaced with another candy containing insert.