Description

Discover simple and festive homemade candy recipes perfect for the holiday season. These easy Christmas candy recipes are ideal for beginners, parties, and gifting.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Red and green food coloring (optional)
1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and cream of tartar in a saucepan.
Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Continue cooking without stirring until the mixture reaches 250°F (121°C) on a candy thermometer.
Remove from heat. Stir in peppermint extract and food coloring if using.
Pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet or into a candy mold.
Let it cool completely.
Break into pieces or cut into shapes.
Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Ensure your candy thermometer is accurate.
Work quickly once the mixture reaches the correct temperature.
Store candy in an airtight container.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Candy
Method: Stovetop Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ounce
Calories: 100
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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