Ingredients
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- 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 (optional)
- Flavor extracts (optional, such as peppermint, lemon, or strawberry)
Instructions
- Generously grease a large baking sheet or marble slab with butter.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring. Using a candy thermometer, cook until it reaches 250°F (120°C), the hard-ball stage.
- Remove from heat immediately. Stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and any desired food coloring or flavor extracts.
- Pour the hot taffy onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool until it can be handled safely without burning your fingers.
- Once cool enough, butter your hands and begin pulling the taffy. Stretch, fold, and pull until it becomes lighter in color and firm.
- Roll the taffy into ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Wrap each piece in wax paper to keep it fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
Keywords: taffy, candy, homemade, dessert