# Adult Candy Recipe Books 'Candy is Magic' is Filled with Original DIY Confection Recipes By Ell Smith | Published 2017-07-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-is-magic References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/like-food-designers-in-a-candy-shoppe/) & [goodreads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15409889.Jami_Curl) The owner of popular Portland-based candy company '[QUIN](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tarot-reading)' has released 'Candy is Magic,' a highly anticipated cookbook featuring delicious confection recipes. The vibrant pages of the cookbook are filled with modern recipes and real ingredients that speak to novice and seasoned [candy makers alike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-from-scratch). The stunning photographs within the book capture the youthful energy of the products in a way that's appealing to a more mature audience. 200 original treats can be found inside of this book with recipes ranging from Chai-tea Lollipops to Honey and Sea Salt Marshmallows. The recipe book is as equally inspired by [artful nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stockleys-treacle-toffee) as it is by an obsession for delicious sweets. This super fun handbook is a perfect sentiment for anyone interested in making candy from home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Candy-making:** The popularity of 'Candy is Magic' highlights a trend for consumers to make their own candy at home. - **Modern Confection Recipes:** The cookbook showcases a trend for innovative and original candy recipes using real ingredients. - **Visual Appeal:** The stunning photographs within the book point to a trend for visually appealing cookbooks. ### Where This Applies - **Publishing:** There is an opportunity for publishers to produce more cookbooks with unique and visually appealing themes. - **Food and Beverage:** Candy companies can expand their market by providing DIY candy kits or publishing their own cookbooks featuring their products. - **E-commerce:** Retailers can target consumers interested in making candy at home by offering candy-making supplies and equipment online. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical World-Inspired Cookbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizarding-world-cookbook.md) - [Whimsically Themed Holiday Cookbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-parks-holidays-cookbook.md) - [Luxe Cotton Candy Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-of-sucre.md) - [Candy-Inspired Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-lips.md) - [Elevated Americana Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cookbook-series.md) - [Craft Cocktail Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-cocktail-lollipop.md) - [DIY Chocolate Treat Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-chocolate-pops.md) - [Crystal Seaweed Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misaky-tokyo.md) - [DIY Monster Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-pops.md)