Homemade Hard Candy
Create sweet, colorful homemade hard candy with just a few ingredients, perfect for gifts and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Candy
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the sugar, water, corn syrup, and cream of tartar in a medium saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring consistently until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Once dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Carefully remove from heat, then add the vanilla extract and any food coloring, stirring just enough to mix.
- Quickly pour the hot candy mixture onto a greased baking sheet and allow it to cool completely.
- Once cooled, break the candy into pieces or cut into shapes.
Notes
Use a reliable candy thermometer for best results, and avoid stirring after the sugar dissolves to prevent crystallization.
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