Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Butter a marble slab or large baking sheet generously and set aside additional butter for your hands.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, cream, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Attach a candy thermometer and cook until the mixture reaches 260°F (127°C).
- Pour the hot candy onto the prepared surface and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes until safe to handle.
- Butter your hands well and pull the candy by stretching and folding for 10-15 minutes until it lightens in color.
- Form into ½-inch thick ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces with buttered scissors. Allow to firm up at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Ensure you use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control. Experiment with different flavorings or add-ins like nuts or dried fruits for unique variations.