Description
A delightful, customizable candy experience that brings joy and nostalgia, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- Food coloring
- Flavoring extracts (e.g., vanilla, mint, or fruit flavors)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Bring to a Boil: Allow the mixture to come to a boil without stirring. Continue boiling until you reach the hard crack stage, around 300°F (150°C).
- Add Coloring and Flavor: Remove from heat and carefully pour in your chosen food coloring and flavoring extracts. Stir vigorously.
- Mold the Candy: Pour your mixture onto a greased baking sheet or into a silicone candy mold.
- Cool Completely: Allow to cool and harden completely, usually about 30 minutes.
- Break and Enjoy: Once cooled, break your candy into pieces and savor each bite.
Notes
Magic Candy stays fresh for about two weeks when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: candy, sweet, dessert, homemade, magic candy