Beaverdale Confection Co, Des Moines

Beaverdale Confection's handmade, fat-free, gourmet marshmallows are a family tradition for many loyal customers across the country. The shop churns out these handcrafted treats in small batches, relying solely on a secret recipe that requires just six ingredients (and no corn high-fructose syrup). All told, there are 10 flavors to choose from, including toasted coconut, cinnamon, and chocolate. In addition to its gourmet marshmallows, Beaverdale Confection satisfies sweets cravings with hand-made truffles, caramels, toffee fudge, and handmade candies made with real butter, real cream, and imported Belgium chocolate.