dc.description.abstract | Fiber is very important for human health. If we eat a diet rich in fiber it will keep us from health problems such as heart disease, constipation, cancer, diabetes and obesity. One source of food containing fiber are kolang-kaling (Arenga Pinnata) fruits. This study aims to formulate candied kolang-kaling (Arenga Pinnata) for school children as a healthy snacks. Soaking kolang-kaling (Arenga Pinnata) in the solution for 24 hours, 48 hours and 72 hours, and then lift and in the drain. Organoleptic test covering aspects of the aroma, color, taste and texture, as well as the acceptance of students on 5th graders (aged 11-12 years) in Elementary Schools 02 Makasar Jakarta. Sample were sensory analysed using facial hedonic scale method with number of panelist of 30 person. Based on organoleptic test, candied kolang kaling (Arenga Pinnata) by immersion of 72 hours (3 days) was the best formula. Proximate analysis conducted at Balai Besar Industri Agro in the city of Bogor to candied kolang-kaling (Arenga Pinnata) per 100 gr is, water 60.9 gr, 0.20 gr ash, protein 0.32 gr, 0.29 gr fat, 38.3 g carbohydrates, 157 kcal of energy, calcium (Ca) 28.9 gr and 2.16 gr fiber. Formula of kolang-kaling (Arenga Pinnata) the best sweets were priced at Rp. 5700. | id |