The story goes that Tootsie Rolls were invented by Leo Hirschfield, a candy maker in New York City, back in 1896. He created a chewy, chocolate-flavored candy that quickly became a hit with locals. The original recipe has remained largely unchanged to this day, with a few tweaks here and there to keep things fresh.
One of the most interesting things about Tootsie Rolls is their unique texture. They're chewy, but not too hard; soft, but not too squishy. It's a delicate balance that's hard to achieve, but Tootsie Roll Industries has got it down to a science. And, fun fact: the company uses a special machine to shape and package each Tootsie Roll individually!
