Tails’ Candy Delight

About this recipe

Tails’ Candy Delight is a charming and colorful hard candy that brings sweet joy to any occasion. This straightforward recipe bypasses artificial dyes and makes it easy to produce a variety of candies at home. With a mix of sugar, corn syrup, and a splash of vanilla, this candy is perfect for gatherings or as a personal treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Food coloring (optional)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with foil or a silicone mat and dusting with powdered sugar.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, cream of tartar, and salt.

3. 3

   Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.

4. 4

   Stop stirring; allow the mixture to boil until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).

5. 5

   Remove from heat and carefully stir in vanilla and food coloring, if using.

6. 6

   Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet and allow to cool completely.

7. 7

   Once cooled, break into pieces and dust with additional powdered sugar if desired.