Ingredients:
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup light corn syrup
¾ cup water
1 dram (1 teaspoon) Lor Ann Gourmet Flavoring (www.lorannoils.com)
Lor Ann Tart and Sour Flavor Enhancer (to make fruit flavors
sour – about 4 teaspoons) (www.lorannoils.com)
A few drops food coloring (optional)
Powdered sugar (optional)
Cooking spray (for candy molds)
Items needed:
Candy thermometer
2 quart sauce pan
Silicone spatula or wooden spoon
Cookie sheet, greased OR
Candy molds for hard candy
Directions:
Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in a 2 quart
saucepan. Stir over medium heat until
sugar dissolves. Bring mixture to a boil
without stirring. When syrup temperature
reaches 260 degrees Fahrenheit, add color (optional). Remove from heat at 300 degrees Fahrenheit or
when drops of syrup form hard, brittle threads in cold water. Stir in flavoring. Candy is super hot, avoid the steam and
touching the delicious treat while working with the hot gooey mixture. Pour mixture into lightly oiled candy molds
(score with a knife after 5 to 10 minutes to make it easier to break apart) or
onto a greased cookie sheet. If on a
cookie sheet, score with a knife about 5 – 10 minutes after pouring on sheet to form bite sized pieces. When cool (30 minutes to an hour), break into
pieces and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Store in an airtight container.
Watermelon, Apple and Grape Hard Candy with Powdered Sugar |
Candy Mold, bottom |
Candy Mold, Top |
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