Indulge your sweet cravings with the delectable Salt Water Taffy, a classic confection that has captivated taste buds for generations. Originating in the coastal towns of New Jersey, this chewy, flavorful candy is a delightful symphony of sugar, corn syrup, and a hint of salt, resulting in a taste that is both nostalgic and utterly satisfying. This versatile candy can be enjoyed in various forms - plain, swirled, or encrusted with nuts, and even transformed into delightful popcorn balls. With its charming history, ease of preparation, and endless variations, Salt Water Taffy remains a beloved treat, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with loved ones. Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide, where we unveil the secrets to creating this timeless candy in your own kitchen. Dive into a world of sweetness as we explore the classic recipe, variations with delightful fillings and flavors, and even a delightful popcorn ball version. Get ready to delight your senses and create a confectionery masterpiece that will transport you to the seaside with every bite.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SALT WATER TAFFY
Make and share this Salt Water Taffy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MEnney
Categories Candy
Time 1h
Yield 50 pieces, 50 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, mix together sugar and cornstarch.
- Stir in corn syrup, water, salt, and margarine.
- Place over medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves.
- Cover pan and bring to a boil for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Uncover, place thermometer in pan and cook to 266°F
- Remove from heat and add food coloring and flavoring oil.
- Stir gently, pour onto a greased marble slab or a shallow greased pan to cool.
- When cool enough to handle, grease hands and pull until light and has a satiny gloss.
- Pull into a long rope, cut with scissors and wrap in waxed paper squares, twisting ends.
- Makes 50 pieces.
SALT WATER TAFFY
If you like taffy, this is a good recipe.
Provided by Eve Peterson
Categories Candies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Put brown sugar,corn syrup,butter and water into a saucepan or iron kettle. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 256 or until it forms a hard ball when tested in cold water.
- 2. Add salt and glycerine. Pour onto a greased marble slab and when cool enough to handle(be careful-hot sugar burns) pull until light in color.
- 3. Add vanilla while pulling. Pull out in round sticks the size of kisses. Lightly oil a scissors with vegetable oil or spray. Cut pieces 3/4 inch in length. Roll up in waxed paper and twist ends.
SALT WATER TAFFY
Found this recipe in a box. It is in a mini booklet of recipes called Old-Fashioned Goodness that came off a Karo Syrup bottle a long time ago. I haven't tried it yet, but I will when the grandkids come to visit.
Provided by Kristi Luce
Categories Candies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Mix sugar and corn starch in 1 1/2 Qt heavy bottom saucepan.
- 2. Stir in corn syrup, water, salt and butter.
- 3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and sugar is completely dissolved.
- 4. Continue cooking, without stirring, until temp on candy thermometor reaches 260 F. If you dont have one; take a small amount and drop it into very cold water, it should form a ball and hold its shape when removed from the water.
- 5. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla.
- 6. Grease the sides and bottom of a 9X9 pan. Pour mixture into pan and let sit until cool enough to handle.
- 7. Pull and fold in half. Continue pulling and folding until it has a satin finish and light color.
- 8. Take a piece and pull until 1/2 inch thick.
- 9. Cut with scissors into 1 inch pieces.
- 10. Wrap in waxed paper squares.
SALT WATER TAFFY
This recipe dates back to 1972. The picture is borrowed I will update with my next batch!
Provided by Darla Hill
Categories Other Snacks
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. combine sugar, syrup and 1 cup water in 2-quart saucepan. cook slowly stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. cook to hard ball stage 265 degree without stirring
- 2. remove from heat , stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into buttered 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch pan
- 3. cool until comfortable to handle. butter hands gather taffy into a ball and pull. when candy is light in color and gets hard to pull. cut into fourths. pull each piece into long strands about 1/2inch thick. with buttered scissors quickly snip bite size peices. wrap each peice in wax paper
Tips
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to prevent the taffy from burning.
- Use a candy thermometer: This is essential for ensuring that the taffy reaches the correct temperature.
- Work quickly: Taffy hardens quickly, so it's important to work quickly while it's still hot.
- Be careful not to overcook the taffy: Overcooked taffy will be hard and brittle.
- Add flavorings and colorings after the taffy has been cooked: This will help to prevent them from burning.
- Store the taffy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place: Taffy can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion
Salt water taffy is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of taffy that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give salt water taffy a try!
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