Description
Explore the fascinating history and delightful recipes of Ragtag Candies, a unique treat that brings joy to many.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches the hard crack stage (300°F).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and food coloring if desired.
- Pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet and let it cool.
- Once cooled, break into pieces and enjoy your Ragtag Candies!
Notes
- Be careful when handling hot sugar syrup.
- Store candies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Experiment with different flavors and colors for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg