BEAUTIFUL STAINED-GLASS HARD CANDY
This was one of the first candy recipes I ever made. These candies are crystal clear and can be used as decorations for a Christmas tree or a window. Cooking and prep times are approximate, and don't include making your own molds if you wish to do that.
Provided by Annisette
Categories Candy
Time 25m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To make your own molds from foil: Cut aluminum foil in desired shapes: stars, trees, etc. Grease foil lightly with vegetable oil. Fold up edges to make 1/2" sides. Seal corners with freezer tape to prevent leaks.
- You can also pour this candy onto a greased cookie sheet to make your own shapes. Score the candy while it's still warm (be careful not to burn your fingers) so you can break it on the score lines. I've even used mint containers as molds.
- To make the candy: In a 2-quart saucepan combine sugar, syrup, water and vinegar. Cook, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking, without stirring, until it reaches the hard crack stage (300F degrees).
- Remove from the heat, stir in the flavoring and color. Allow the candy to cool SLIGHTLY. Pour the candy into prepared molds, about 1/8" deep. When firm, remove from the molds.
- If you wish to hang the finished candy on a string or ribbon: when the candy begins to set (before it hardens) use a skewer to make holes for stringing.
- If candy becomes too firm to pour and shape it, then remelt it over low heat. Be careful not to boil it.
- Tips for other color combinations: Use a toothpick to swirl food coloring through the uncolored candy after it's been poured into molds. Make molded candies of one color and dribble with a second color to get a "stained glass" effect. To store candy ornaments, wrap them in plastic wrap and store in a covered container at room temperature in a dry place. Keep them flat to prevent warping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1874.7, Fat 0.2, Sodium 72.6, Carbohydrate 487.1, Sugar 430.1
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Katie Chachibaia
[email protected]These candies are a work of art. They're so beautiful and delicious.
MOHAMED STITOU
[email protected]I'm so happy I made these candies. They're the perfect addition to my candy buffet.
Cassandra Gulley
[email protected]These candies are the perfect gift. They're beautiful, delicious, and everyone loves them.
MD SUMON DALY
[email protected]These candies are addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Aliana Andrade
[email protected]I love the flavor of these candies. They're so refreshing.
NH HASAN
[email protected]Beautiful candies! They're almost too pretty to eat.
Shaneza Yamatally
[email protected]These candies are delicious! The perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
O Fisher
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These candies are amazing and I'll definitely be making them again.
Mb mohana
[email protected]These candies are perfect for parties or gifts. They're so pretty and delicious, everyone will love them.
Nacima Hussein
[email protected]I made these candies for my friends and they loved them! They said they were the best hard candies they've ever had.
John Baket
[email protected]These candies are so beautiful, I almost don't want to eat them! But they're so good, I can't resist.
KING'SPRIDE WORLD
[email protected]I've never made hard candy before, but this recipe made it so easy. The candies came out perfect and they're so delicious.
Babu bhai Babu
[email protected]These were a lot of fun to make! I let my kids help me and they had a blast. The candies turned out great and we all enjoyed eating them.
Nematullah Nazari
[email protected]I love the way these candies look! They're so pretty and delicate. They also taste great.
Ashton Stephens
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the candies came out looking just like the pictures. They were a big hit with my friends.
Abid Narma
[email protected]These hard candies turned out absolutely stunning! The colors were vibrant and the flavor was delicious. I couldn't believe how easy they were to make. I will definitely be making these again for parties and gifts.