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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Zailyn Sickmeier
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of hard candy, but these are actually pretty good.
Natashia Coring
[email protected]These candies are a bit expensive to make, but they're definitely worth it.
Tony Farrow
[email protected]These candies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very good.
Galby gal001
[email protected]I love the way these candies look, but they're a bit too sticky for my taste.
Abba Sarakiotrike
[email protected]These candies are a bit too hard for my teeth, but they're still very tasty.
Julius Promise
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of hard candy, but these are actually pretty good.
Bisharat Ali
[email protected]These candies are a bit expensive to make, but they're definitely worth it.
Dalton Malin
[email protected]I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth the effort.
zakaria Abdullahi
[email protected]These candies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very good.
Sk Sojib khan
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed making and eating these stained glass hard candies. They're a delicious and beautiful treat that's perfect for any occasion.
abraham muhindo
[email protected]These candies are a bit sticky, so be careful when you're eating them.
RiceChu
[email protected]I love the way these candies sparkle and shine. They're so festive and fun.
Jaheem Dixon
[email protected]These candies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort.
SUMMER ABBAS SULTAN
[email protected]I've made these candies several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're so delicious and easy to make.
Asier Selamu
[email protected]These candies are the perfect treat for a special occasion, or just for a sweet snack.
Naveed Usman
[email protected]I love how customizable this recipe is. You can use any color or flavor combination you like.
Bill Worley
[email protected]These candies are so pretty, they look like little works of art.
Lisan ShorDer
[email protected]I made these hard candies for a party last weekend and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the beautiful colors and the delicious flavor.
Herbert Mabasa
[email protected]I've never made hard candy before, but this recipe seems easy enough to follow. I'm definitely going to try it!
Ruhul. Savar7777
[email protected]These hard candies look amazing! I love the stained glass effect.