Holland Hopjes 800gr

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Holland Hopjes

Holland Hopjes the dutch coffee candy

The one and only Rademaker Haagsche hopjes A harmony of caramel and coffee. In 1792, Ambassador of the Netherlands, Baron Hop, asked the Le Havre confectioner Theordorus Van Haaren to make him a coffee-flavored delicacy. It was done and the Hopjes were born, to our great happiness. Authentic with a rich history and unique coffee caramel flavour Ingredients Ingredients: Sugar, glucose syrup, BUTTER CONCENTRATE, colorings (E150d, E150c, E150a), natural coffee flavoring [contains coffee extract 0.2%], flavors (contains MILK INGREDIENTS), salt

In a cozy corner of a small Dutch village, nestled among fields of tulips and windmills, there was a little candy shop called Zoet Geluk—Sweet Happiness. The shop was run by Oma Geertje, a kind-hearted woman with a knack for making delicious Dutch treats. But the pride of her store, the candy that brought customers from far and wide, was her famous Hollandse Hopjes. These small, coffee-flavored candies had a fascinating story that Oma Geertje loved to tell every customer. It began in the 18th century with a nobleman named Baron Hendrik Hop. The Baron was a wealthy man with a deep love for coffee. However, one day, his doctor told him he had to give up his beloved beverage because it was harming his health. The Baron was devastated, but his resourceful chef came up with an idea. He experimented by boiling down coffee, sugar, and cream until the mixture hardened into sweet, caramelized pieces. When the Baron tasted the result, his face lit up. “Magnificent!” he exclaimed. From then on, he had his coffee in the form of candies, and they were named after him: Hopjes. Oma Geertje’s version of Hopjes had a unique twist. She added a touch of Dutch sea salt to balance the sweetness and create a perfect harmony of flavors. Her Hopjes were wrapped in golden paper with tiny illustrations of windmills and canals, a nostalgic nod to Dutch heritage. Children adored visiting Oma Geertje’s shop. The moment they opened the door, they were greeted by the rich, coffee-sweet aroma of the Hopjes. Geertje always made time to chat, sharing her recipes and stories with a warm smile. One chilly winter afternoon, a little boy named Bram came into the shop. He had saved his pocket money for weeks to buy a bag of Oma Geertje’s Hopjes as a gift for his opa, who loved coffee but no longer drank it. When Bram explained his plan, Geertje’s eyes sparkled with joy. “You have a good heart, jongen,” she said, slipping a few extra Hopjes into the bag. “Your opa will be proud of you.” Bram’s opa was overjoyed when he received the gift. As they sat by the fire, unwrapping the candies together, he told Bram how he used to sneak Hopjes into his coat pocket as a boy to share with his friends. Today, Hollandse Hopjes have become a symbol of Dutch culture, loved by people around the world. Even if you can’t visit Oma Geertje’s little shop, you can still experience the joy of these classic treats. Websites like Hollandforyou.com make it easy to order authentic Dutch Hopjes and other traditional goodies, delivering a taste of the Netherlands straight to your door. And so, the story of Hollandse Hopjes lives on—connecting generations, evoking memories, and spreading a little sweetness wherever they go. Whether enjoyed in a cozy village or across the ocean, these beloved candies remain a delicious reminder of Dutch heritage and the simple joys of life.