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candied

[kan-deed] / ˈkæn did /




ADJECTIVE
sugary
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Cake fillings of almond crunch and toasted pecan praline and candied lemon, while jackfruit and palm sugar bring distinct South-East Asian flavours.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

There’s the Ukrainian poppy seed cake makivnyk, the Middle Eastern hot chocolate sahlep, the Spanish nougat turrón and the Chinese candied fruit tanghulu, among others.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

The Caesar salad, with candied anchovies, gem lettuce, and umeboshi dressing, is a playful twist, but the main course is where things get truly exciting.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

The candied yams hit just the right note, the biscuit was rich and fluffy, and even with slightly overcooked noodles, the mac and cheese was still satisfying.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

There were men in long narrow stalls set against the sides of buildings who sold toys and different candies— one a type of sweet but hot-tasting, candied ginger that was a bright orange-red in color.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep