How To Make Hard Candy
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon flavored extract (e.g. peppermint, cherry, etc.)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it with cooking spray.
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In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved.
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Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Insert a candy thermometer into the mixture and continue to boil until it reaches the hard crack stage, which is around 300°F (150°C).
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the flavored extract and food coloring, if desired.
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Carefully pour the hot candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly.
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Allow the candy to cool and harden completely, at least 20 minutes.
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Once the candy has hardened, break it into small pieces or use a hammer to create desired shapes.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 200kcal
- Total Fat : 0g
- Sodium : 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 51g
- Sugar : 50g
- Protein : 0g
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