Josh Early Candies

Josh Early Candies Since 1904, a 5th generation family owned and operated candy company located in Allentown, Bethlehem J. Several decades later, J.

Our History
Josh Early Candies® history begins in the early 1900's. Mark Early, also known as Josh Early III, and a partner sold wholesale candy under the business name of Richardson and Early. Mark's son, Josh Early IV and his wife, Millie (pictured above), started their own retail business in Reading, Pennsylvania. He named his store Early's Old Fashioned Chocolates and, in 1938, made his first

batch of butter creams under the curious eye of his young son, Josh Early V. Father and son worked together in Reading for many years developing the freshest, highest quality chocolates available. Defining the company's fundamental philosophy, they never sacrificed quality for convenience. Over the years, they perfected this philosophy, and in 1956 Josh V began making and selling candy wholesale in nearby Baumstown. Josh V and his wife Marge worked there for five years before opening their own retail store on Hamilton Boulevard in Allentown. The new business thrived and Josh and Marge's son-in-law Barry Dobil joined them in 1972. With his new partner, Josh now fulfilled a long-time wish to open a second retail store. After much searching and planning, a second location on Bethlehem's Nazareth Pike was opened in 1982. Four years later, construction of Interstate 78 forced the partners to relocate their original Hamilton Boulevard store to its current location at 4640 Tilghman Street in Allentown. To date, our master candy makers continue to use the same batch recipes developed in the early 1900's. We currently have four other family members continuing the tradition of Josh Early Candies, and are proud to say that we are now a fifth generation family business.

Tee up a great gift for Dad! Father's Day is this Sunday.
06/18/2026

Tee up a great gift for Dad! Father's Day is this Sunday.



Father's Day is this Sunday! Looking for a sweet way to celebrate Dad? Josh Early Candies has all of his favorites, incl...
06/15/2026

Father's Day is this Sunday!

Looking for a sweet way to celebrate Dad? Josh Early Candies has all of his favorites, including fresh roasted nuts, salted caramels, classic nonpareils, chocolate-covered treats, and so much more.

Stop by and pick up a gift that's sure to make Dad's day a little sweeter.







Recital season is here! The dancers in our lives have spent months practicing, performing, and making memories. Celebr...
05/29/2026

Recital season is here! The dancers in our lives have spent months practicing, performing, and making memories. Celebrate their big moment with a sweet surprise from Josh Early Candies!

From our Chocolate Ballerina Pops and Chocolate Roses to cuddly plush friends and gift-worthy treats, we have everything you need to make their recital day extra special. Stop by our Allentown or Bethlehem shops and find the perfect way to say, "We're proud of you!"

Because every standing ovation deserves a little chocolate. 💕

Sweet, fresh, and dipped in our signature milk or dark chocolate ❤️🍓Our Chocolate Covered Strawberries are back just in ...
05/08/2026

Sweet, fresh, and dipped in our signature milk or dark chocolate ❤️🍓

Our Chocolate Covered Strawberries are back just in time for Mother’s Day weekend! Available Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10 at our Allentown & Bethlehem shops.

Fresh berries + rich chocolate = a gift Mom will love.

Stop in Early, they won’t last long!




Make Mom’s day a little sweeter. Our Sea Salt Caramels are the perfect balance of rich, buttery caramel and a touch of ...
05/07/2026

Make Mom’s day a little sweeter. Our Sea Salt Caramels are the perfect balance of rich, buttery caramel and a touch of sea salt, handcrafted and dipped in smooth milk or dark chocolate. A simple, thoughtful gift she’ll truly savor.

Because Mom deserves the good stuff!



No joke… these chocolates and candies are as fresh as it gets. Handcrafted in our Allentown kitchen using generations-ol...
04/01/2026

No joke… these chocolates and candies are as fresh as it gets.

Handcrafted in our Allentown kitchen using generations-old recipes, decorated by hand, and made in small batches to ensure the quality you’ve come to expect from Josh Early Candies. No tricks. No shortcuts. Just time-honored tradition and premium chocolate.

Stop in and taste the difference for yourself.

This is the week!Easter is almost here, and our kitchens and stores are filled with all of your favorites: hand-crafted ...
03/30/2026

This is the week!

Easter is almost here, and our kitchens and stores are filled with all of your favorites: hand-crafted eggs, traditional hollow molds, buttercreams, peanut rolled eggs, and so much more.

We look forward to sharing generations of tradition with the wonderful customers who will be visiting us this week. It’s an honor to be part of your Easter celebrations.

Stop in today and get your favorites.

The Easter Bunny will be hopping around our Allentown and Bethlehem Stores:Thursday April 2 - 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pmFrida...
03/28/2026

The Easter Bunny will be hopping around our Allentown and Bethlehem Stores:
Thursday April 2 - 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm
Friday April 3 - 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm
Saturday April 4 - 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm
(weather permitting)

Come get your picture taken and a free sample. We hop to see you!



Our Peanut Rolled Eggs begin with our classic vanilla buttercream center, hand-dipped in rich chocolate, then rolled in ...
03/26/2026

Our Peanut Rolled Eggs begin with our classic vanilla buttercream center, hand-dipped in rich chocolate, then rolled in fresh roasted and ground peanuts for that unmistakable crunch.

Every piece is made in our Allentown kitchen: no shortcuts, no mass production- just the same careful craftsmanship that’s made this a Josh Early Easter staple for generations.

One bite and you’ll understand why these never last long. Shop Early.
https://joshearlycandies.com/peanut-rolled-eggs/

Fresh off the enrobing line: our Dark Peanut Butter Mousse Eggs were just coated in rich dark chocolate and will be hitt...
03/25/2026

Fresh off the enrobing line: our Dark Peanut Butter Mousse Eggs were just coated in rich dark chocolate and will be hitting our shelves later today. Made fresh in small batches, with a smooth peanut butter mousse center and that signature Josh Early chocolate you know and love.

From raw ingredients to on our shelves in less than 24 hours… now that’s fresh!

Stop in today and taste them at their freshest.
https://joshearlycandies.com/milk-peanut-butter-mousse-eggs/

Address

3620 Nazareth Pike
Bethlehem, PA
18020

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 7pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16108650580

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