Description
A nostalgic candy treat that brings families together with its sweet, chewy texture and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or other flavoring)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, mix the sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Heat to 260°F: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature. Once it hits this temperature, your taffy is almost there!
- Add butter and flavor: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and your chosen flavor extract. Let it sit until bubbly, and then let it cool until it’s manageable to touch.
- Knead and stretch: Lightly grease your hands and the surface. Pull and stretch the taffy like you would dough, folding it back over itself.
- Wrap and store: Once it feels smooth and shiny, shape into a log, and wrap individual pieces in wax paper to keep them fresh.
Notes
Ensure your thermometer is calibrated; accuracy is crucial. Be patient while pulling the taffy. If the taffy is too tacky, lightly grease your hands with butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy-making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: treat, candy, homemade, saltwater taffy, family, nostalgic, dessert, chewy candy