From homemade confections to international favorites, here are some popular Mexican candies with unique flavor combinations ...

Alegría, a candy made from amaranth and honey, is one such example, as is palanqueta, a traditional peanut brittle. Mexican candy is also usually creamier than American candy.

“It would be prudent to not allow children to eat these products at this time,” it states. Two weeks later, the Orange County Register revealed that more than 80 types of Mexican candy—including Lucas ...