Homemade Candy
Easy and delightful homemade candy that’s perfect for sharing and creating sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of corn syrup
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Add butter and a pinch of salt, stirring continuously until melted and combined.
- Increase heat to medium-high and allow the mixture to boil until it reaches 250°F (121°C).
- Remove from heat and carefully stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the candy mixture onto the baking sheet and spread it evenly.
- Allow the candy to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Can be frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: candy, homemade, dessert, sweet treat, family recipe
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