This recipe guides you through the process of making delicious homemade hard candy with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or gifting to friends and family.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
10 Servings
- 150 ml corn syrup
- 1 tsp flavoring
- food coloring
- 200 g sugar
- 60 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, making sure the tip is in the mixture but not touching the bottom.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring. Allow it to cook until it reaches 150°C (300°F), the hard crack stage.
Step 5
Once the mixture reaches the desired temperature, remove it from the heat. Add the flavoring extract and food coloring, if using. Stir gently to combine.
Step 6
Quickly pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow it to cool completely.
Step 7
Once the candy is fully cooled and hardened, break it into pieces. Store in an airtight container.