Aunt Maggie’s Hard Tack Candy
Aunt Maggie’s Hard Tack Candy is a delightful homemade treat that embodies the spirit of festive celebrations. With its unique glass-like texture and vibrant colors, this candy not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also makes for an impressive gift. The recipe is incredibly versatile, allowing you to experiment with various flavoring extracts such as peppermint, lemon, or orange, and add food coloring to match any occasion. Whether you’re preparing for Christmas, birthdays, or simply want to indulge in a sweet creation, Aunt Maggie’s Hard Tack Candy is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon flavoring extract (e.g., peppermint, lemon, orange)
- Food coloring (as desired)
- Confectioners' sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
- In a deep pot, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water; stir gently.
- Attach a candy thermometer to the pot's side without touching the bottom.
- Heat over medium heat until dissolved; stop stirring once the sugar has melted.
- Cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in flavoring extract and food coloring.
- Pour onto the prepared cookie sheet and allow it to cool slightly.
- Snip into pieces while still warm and toss with confectioners' sugar to prevent sticking.
- Store in an airtight container with layers separated by parchment paper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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