I thought I would ask if you knew March 24th is National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day #ChocolateCoveredRaisinDay? I don’t know about you but I will pass on Chocolate Covered Raisins. I think Charlie would as well but who knows with that child. Not David he likes Chocolate Covered Raisins. How about you?
People couldn’t be more excited to begin today’s celebration of National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day! National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day happens year on March 24t. Chocolate Covered Rasins are a delicious little morsel that hits center stage.
As one of America’s favorite Candies it is no stranger to the spotlight. Both Chocolate and Raisins or as you know (dried Grapes) have existed for Centuries but it is the combination of the two that sparks festivity. Chocolate covered Raisins are a “vintage” Candy.
Did you know Raisinets, are the most widely known name for Chocolate Covered Raisins? They were born in 1927 at the Blumenthal Brothers Chocolate Company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They and other Candies produced by the Blumenthal Brothers grew in popularity as a snack of choice in movie theaters across America during this time.
Nestle Corporation acquired the Raisinets, Goobers and SnoCaps brands in 1984 but have since sold those and other brands to Ferraro Group where Raisinets are still made in the USA under the Ferrara Candy Group. Of course, Raisinets is not the only brand of Chocolate covered Raisins in the world. Many other labels sell Chocolate covered Raisins with their own twists and flavors.
Social Media encourages creativity around any and every food known to man. Chocolate Covered Raisins are no exception. There are endless recipes for desserts, Trail Mixes, and Granolas with amazing ideas for charcuterie boards. One simple but irresistible idea would be Raspberries stuffed with Chocolate Covered Raisins. Would you like some? I will skip on this dessert.
National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day Activities
- I wanted to share a fun activity for kids and adults alike make Chocolate Covered Raisins in a crockpot.
- There are Candy Museums throughout America? If you have the means and the opportunity check out Candytopia for three locations open year-round and traveling pop up Museums visiting new Cities every year. If you happen to be near Orlando, Florida, you could also stop by the Chocolate Museum & Café. If your #Homeschooling your children you can consider this educational!
- Oatmeal Raisin Cookies often get a bad rap but what if you used Chocolate Covered Raisins instead of plain ones in your next batch?
Facts About Raisinets
- Raisinets were first sold in movie theaters, and the theaters bought them for $01.25 (yes, 1.25 cents) per box and sold them for a nickel. That’s a pretty good return on investment!
- Did you know there is only one type of Grape used to make Raisinet? Thompson Seedless Grapes grown in California.
- With the efficiency of today’s mass production, one batch makes almost one million Raisinets. That’s
- Perhaps you’ve noticed how shiny Raisinets are as you are reaching in and out of that yellow box; the shine comes from the polishing during the production process.
- Rasinets are gluten-free and healthier than many other Candy options, they can also be found on the gluten-free menu! This means my sister Debbie and Charlie could have them if they could get past the fact there Raisins.
Why People Love National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day
- For people who only splurge on Chocolate Covered Raisins at the movie theater, this delightful snack can be a great hostess gift, Valentine’s Day Gift, office party addition or thoughtful gift for any other occasion that calls for something simple but universally loved. Including Mother’s Day and Father’s Day and even Easter which is right around the corner.
- It’s always nice to find a produce 100% made in the USA. Raisinets fit that bill so not only can you feel good about eating a healthier snack option, you are basically a good patriot to boot!
- The love affair between movies and Raisinets has stood the test of time with no indication of it waning. Even with movie nights at home, there are fewer things better than a box of Chocolate Covered Raisins; unless, of course, you mix them with your freshly popped Popcorn! Which again I plan on passing on. How about you?
Recipe for Chocolate Covered Raisins
Ingredients
Chocolate
1cup Raisins
Directions:
- melt chocolate discs in a double boiler.
- dump in raisins
- stir for a while.
- when raisins are fully covered in chocolate pour into strainer until all access chocolate is gone
- pour the raisins onto pan and let sit until dry
- eat.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
