Best 3 Pulled Taffy Candy Canes Recipes
Indulge in the sweet, nostalgic flavors of Christmas with this collection of pulled taffy candy cane recipes. These delightful treats, characterized by their chewy texture and minty flavor, are the perfect holiday confection. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be whipping up these delectable treats in no time. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and prepare to embark on a candy-making adventure that will bring joy to your taste buds and fill your kitchen with the aromas of the season.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PULLED TAFFY CANDY CANES
My grandmother always made these at Christmastime and said her mother did, too. The soft and chewy canes have a great minty flavor. They're especially nice because the whole family can pitch in to prepare them. -Sheryl O'Danne, Port Townsend, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 to 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan over low heat, cook sugar, corn syrup, water and cream of tartar until sugar dissolves, stirring frequently. Increase heat to medium and cook until candy thermometer reads 265° (hard-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; add extract. , Pour half into a buttered 15x10x1-in. pan. Add food coloring to remaining mixture; mix well. Pour into another buttered 15x10x1-in. pan. Cool 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Butter fingers; quickly pull half of the white or red at a time until firm but pliable (the white portion will have a milky color). , When taffy is ready for cutting, pull into a 1/4-in. rope. Cut into 6-in. pieces. Twist red and white pieces together; form into canes. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PULLED TAFFY CANDY CANES
My grandmother always made these at Christmastime and said her mother did, too. The soft and chewy canes have a great minty flavor. They're especially nice because the whole family can pitch in to prepare them.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan over low heat, cook sugar, corn syrup, water and cream of tartar until sugar dissolves, stirring frequently. Increase heat to medium and cook until candy thermometer reads 265 degrees F (hard-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; add extract. Pour half into a buttered 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. pan. Add food coloring to remaining mixture; mix well. Pour into another buttered 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. pan. Cool 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Butter fingers; quickly pull half of the white or red at a time until firm but pliable (the white portion will have a milky color). When taffy is ready for cutting, pull into a 1/4-in. rope. Cut into 6-in. pieces. Twist red and white pieces together; form into canes. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 37 g
MOLASSES CANDY (OLE' FASHIONED PULL TAFFY)
Make and share this Molasses Candy (ole' fashioned pull taffy) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Candy
Time 25m
Yield 1 1/2 Pounds (approx.)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, over medium heat, cook all ingredients stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, to the hard ball stage, about 260°F on candy thermometer (or a small amount of mixture dropped into cold water forms a hard ball).
- Pour mixture into a buttered shallow pan and allow to cool.
- When cool enough to handle, rub butter on hands and pull the candy (small portions at a time) until light golden in color and candy has a satin-like finish.
- Pull into long strips 3/4 inch in diameter and cut into 1 inch pieces with a scissors.
- When completely cooled, wrap each piece in waxed paper, twist waxed paper closed at each end.
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent scorching.
- Stir the mixture constantly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the mixture by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the mixture forms a soft ball, it is ready.
- Work quickly once the mixture has reached the correct temperature, as it will start to harden quickly.
- Use parchment paper or a greased surface to prevent the taffy from sticking.
- Allow the taffy to cool completely before cutting it into pieces.
- Store the taffy in an airtight container at room temperature.
Conclusion:
With careful attention to detail and patience, you can make delicious and festive pulled taffy candy canes at home. This simple recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends during the holiday season.
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