| abstract |
A multi-layered chewing gum is prepared using layers of chewing gum sandwiched about a layer or layers of a hydrophilic gel-creme confection. The multi-layered confection affords an up-front taste sensation provided by the hydrophilic components of the gel-creme with a subsequent onset of longer lasting, sustained flavor provided by the chewing gum composition. The layered confection also provides an initial soft chewing texture which converts to that of a standard chewing gum after several minutes of chewing. |