Food & Beverage Processing
Kenny's Candy & Confections
609 Pinewood Ln, Perham, MN 56573, United States
- Manufacturer
- Founded 1987
- Family-owned
About Kenny's Candy & Confections
The family-owned business began with a focus on perfecting the licorice twist, and was added to the KLN Family Brands umbrella that same year. Kenny Nelson's goal was to produce a better-tasting, better-chewing licorice than anyone else, drawing on equipment and techniques learned from candy manufacturers in Germany and across the United States. The company produces licorice in multiple forms—twists, premium, panned, assorted, better-for-you, and licorice candy—as well as oil-popped popcorn made in small-batch kettles and finished with drizzles or seasoning drums. An extruded-snack line was added in 2021, and a private-label gummy dietary supplement operation rounds out the portfolio. Kenny's offers turn-key services including product formulation, graphic design, and supply-chain management, supported by a full-service R&D team. Production runs are monitored for quality, and bulk product is packaged in 2-kilogram bags pending third-party test results. Kenny's serves private-label brands and co-manufacturing partners across the United States, supplying the country's largest volume of private-label licorice and drizzled popcorn. Its own consumer brands, Wiley Wallaby and Sweet Chaos, illustrate the range of flavors and better-for-you ingredients the facility can deliver. The founders' original mission—to make a superior licorice—remains the anchor for a culture built on tradition, trust, people-first values, quality and safety (including an A+ safety record), bold innovation, and community commitment. The company says its turn-key capabilities and robust R&D set it apart for partners seeking a complete soft-and-chewy solution.
Manufacturing capabilities
Core processes
Inspection & quality
Industries served
- Private label
- Co-manufacturing
- Confectionery
- Snack foods
- Dietary supplements
Materials
Non-GMO popcorn · Coconut oil · Licorice base components · Supplement actives and blends
Equipment
- Small-batch kettles
- Seasoning drum
- Extruder
Company details
- Location
- Perham, Minnesota
- Company type
- Manufacturer
- Founded
- 1987
- Ownership
- Family-owned
- Listed under
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kenny's Candy & Confections located?
Kenny's Candy & Confections is located at 609 Pinewood Ln, Perham, MN 56573, United States.
What does Kenny's Candy & Confections do?
Kenny's Candy & Confections is listed under Food & Beverage Processing, and its listed capabilities and products include Private-label manufacturing, Co-manufacturing, Licorice twisting and forming, Licorice panning, Popcorn oil popping (small-batch kettles) and Popcorn drizzling and seasoning.
What industries does Kenny's Candy & Confections serve?
Kenny's Candy & Confections lists Private label, Co-manufacturing, Confectionery, Snack foods and Dietary supplements among the industries it serves.
When was Kenny's Candy & Confections founded?
Kenny's Candy & Confections was founded in 1987.
How do I request a quote from Kenny's Candy & Confections?
Use the Request a quote button on this page to send Kenny's Candy & Confections your requirements through FirmsLedger, or call (218) 346-2340 and visit kennyscandy.com.
What companies are similar to Kenny's Candy & Confections?
Other Food & Beverage Processing companies in Minnesota listed on FirmsLedger include Kinsman Separation Service, LLC, Don’s Sugar Shack and Haf Equipment.