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When seven-year-old Angie Cameron started helping at her grandfather’s candy shop, putting away treats and learning the family trade, she didn’t know she was beginning a lifelong journey. Today, as owner of Frederickson’s Candy in Twin Falls, she carries forward a legacy that began in 1936.

“My grandpa came and opened an ice cream store for a gentleman from Utah,” Cameron explains. “A year later, the gentleman wanted to close it, so he sold the ice cream store to my grandpa in 1937.” It was her great-grandfather who suggested adding chocolates during winter months to keep the business going year-round -- a decision that would shape the shop’s future.

The business grew to include a restaurant and craft store alongside the candy and ice cream operations before settling into its current spot in 1952. Through all the expansions, chocolate remained at the heart of Frederickson’s identity.

Crafting Traditions

Many of the recipes that delight customers today have deep roots. “My grandpa got recipes from family and other shop owners who became friends over the years,” Cameron shares. “He came up with some on his own and tweaked others to make them his own.” While maintaining these traditional favorites, Cameron has carefully introduced new creations, like salted caramel and chocolate-dipped giant marshmallows, that have earned their place in the lineup.

For Cameron, taking over the family business felt natural. “As a teenager, you just get to make everything,” she recalls. “My grandpa would say, ‘Oh, you’re doing good at this. Here, do this one,’ and it just felt like I had a knack for it. It was just easy for me.”

Community at the Core

Like her grandfather, Cameron sees Frederickson’s as more than just a business. “When my grandpa started the shop, he started it for community,” she emphasizes. “He served the community with his friendly face but always tried to keep prices low. It wasn’t about the dollar, it was about the people.”

This community focus aligns perfectly with First Federal Bank, which has been Frederickson’s banking partner for generations. “My grandpa changed to First Federal when they started here — I think he liked the thought of the local bank,” Cameron notes. The relationship extends beyond transactions — every visit brings a friendly face and expert assistance. The partnership has grown to include community events, with Frederickson’s participating in activities like First Federal’s Rock Paper Scissors tournament.

Seasonal Celebrations

The shop’s rhythm follows Twin Falls’ seasons and celebrations, with signature items that customers eagerly anticipate throughout the year. “We keep pretty much the same candies around all year long,” Cameron explains. “Our customers look forward to our caramel hearts, our eggs, our trees and stars.”

Beyond making treats, Frederickson’s actively participates in community initiatives and fundraisers. “We try to serve our community through fundraisers - a lot of people will come in asking us to help, whether it’s donations or even hanging flyers. We’re always happy to do any of that.”

The shop’s impact on Twin Falls extends through generations of families. Over the years, the community has become like family to Frederickson’s, carrying forward the same spirit that guided Cameron’s grandfather when he first opened the doors. Just as he prioritized people over profits, today’s customers make Frederickson’s treats an essential part of their celebrations, passing these sweet traditions from one generation to the next.

For Cameron, this sense of community is what makes owning a candy shop special. “Probably my favorite part is community,” she reflects. “Lots of people walk in here with a smile on their face excited to have chocolate. You can’t not love that.”

Learn more at https://fredericksonscandy.com/