
Confection
Cultural Variance
Confection varieties change with cultures; what is considered a confection in one country may not be in another.

Mochi is a popular confection in Japan, while chocolate fudge is a classic American sweet.
Not Always Baked
'Confection' often implies baked goods but can also refer to sweets like candies that aren't baked.

Gummy bears are a type of confection that's shaped in molds, not baked.
Casual Context
Use 'confection' in casual settings, like describing goodies at a bakery or discussing desserts.

The party had a table filled with delicious confections for all to enjoy.
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CandyConfectioneryDelicacyDessertPastrySweetSweetmeatTreat
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