bonbon

American  

[bon-bon, bawn-bawn] / ˈbɒnˌbɒn, bɔ̃ˈbɔ̃ /

noun

plural

bonbons

1. a fondant, fruit, or nut center dipped in fondant or chocolate; a chocolate.

2. a piece of confectionery; candy.

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bonbon British  

/ ˈbɒnbɒn /

noun

1. a sweet

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Etymology

Origin of bonbon

1790–1800; < French: literally, good-good; a repetitive compound, originally nursery word

Example Sentences

With flavors like smoked blue cheese, mango passionfruit, Vietnamese coffee, and calamansi meringue pie, every single bonbon is a flavor explosion and worthy of celebration.

From Salon

My favorite bonbon was the chocolate filled with coffee caramel and saffron-infused date jelly — but there wasn't a single bonbon that didn't surprise and delight.

From Salon

“On the couch with bonbons is not really my style,” Ms. Hayden said.

From New York Times

But he’s also wowed his star-studded guests with his decadent chocolate bonbons and plated sweets, which once included a truffle-flavored macaron.

From Salon

There’s a commercial kitchen, where Dolcetta Artisan Sweets turns out handcrafted bonbons that gleam like jewels.

From Seattle Times