Description
A sweet and chewy treat that you can easily make at home, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring, as desired
- Flavor extracts (such as peppermint, lemon, or strawberry), as desired
Instructions
- Generously grease a large baking sheet or marble slab with unsalted butter to prevent sticking.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, light corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Allow the mixture to come to a boil without stirring. Attach a candy thermometer and cook until the temperature reaches 250°F (hard-ball stage).
- Remove from heat immediately. Stir in unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and any chosen food coloring or flavor extracts until evenly combined.
- Pour the hot taffy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow it to cool until just warm and safe to touch.
- Butter your hands thoroughly. Pull, fold, and stretch the taffy repeatedly until it becomes pale and firm.
- Form the taffy into ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces using buttered scissors or a sharp knife.
- Wrap each taffy piece in wax paper to preserve freshness and prevent sticking.
Notes
- Ensure all utensils and surfaces are well greased to make the process easier.
- Experiment with different flavor extracts to create your favorite combinations.
- Store the wrapped taffy in an airtight container for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg