Abstract :
"Jelly candy is one of the most seek candies because of its unique textures.
Nutritional value compared with that exist in the market that only originates from
the addition of essence from the ingredient?s chemistry (Hidayat and
Ikarisztina,2004). But I will make jelly candy with herbal and many benefits, such
as gelatin as an adhesive, date juice as a sweetener, and ginger and turmeric spices
as coloring agent. Dates are a fruit that has a high enough glucose content. In general
use of dates is used a stabilizer and a natural sweetener (Anonimous, 2018).
Subtitution of sugar with dates has a significant effect on the level of preference for
taste, color and texture (Anonimous, 2018). Dates as one type of fruit has a number
of compounds high in polyphenols and also rich in fiber. It?s function is good for
maintaining the health of the canal digestion. Dates is a source of several minerals,
such as substances iron, potassium, calcium and rich in phenolic antioxidants.
Ginger can complement the nutrients in the main ingredients and helps improve the
digestive process (Ware, 2017). Natural properties to prevent and treat a variety of
ailments from mild to severe, such as: colds, coughs, headaches, aches, rheumatism,
nausea, motion sickness, impotence, alzhemeirs, cancer, and heart disease. As a
traditional medicine, ginger can be used alone or in combination with medicinal
ingredients, other herbs that have mutual functions strenghthening and
complementing (Nala, 1992; Santoso, 2008). In this study, liquid ginger will be
utilized for colorized on jelly candy. Turmeric is commonly used herbal therapy for
various types of diseases. In addition to the properties already mentioned.
Previously, turmeric can also reduce levels fat, cholesterol in the blood and heart,
(Anonimous,2020).
Keyword: Jelly Candy, Dates, Ginger, Turmeric