Candy scientist reveals the surprisingly complex science behind the Snickers bar
The components of one Snickers bar showcase several common processes used in candy science.
Richard Hartel is a Professor of Food Science at the University of Wisconsin. In addition to an active research program and teaching numerous undergraduate classes, he teaches an annual summer candy course co-sponsored with the candy industry. He was given the Stroud-Jordan award in 2012 from the American Association of Confectionery Technologists for his contributions to the industry.
The components of one Snickers bar showcase several common processes used in candy science.