Indulge in a delightful confectionery journey with our Stained Glass Candy II, where creativity meets delectable flavors. Discover the art of transforming simple ingredients into vibrant, translucent treats that resemble stained glass windows. This culinary adventure includes three enticing recipes: the classic Stained Glass Candy, a captivating Rainbow Stained Glass Candy, and the mesmerizing Layered Stained Glass Candy. Each recipe offers a unique experience, allowing you to explore different flavor combinations, colors, and textures. Whether you're a seasoned candy maker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and visually stunning photographs to guide you through the process. Prepare to be amazed as you witness the transformation of ordinary ingredients into extraordinary edible art.
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STAINED GLASS CANDY II
Easy and delicious rolled chocolate, walnut, coconut and colored marshmallow candy!
Provided by Bea Gassman
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter and chocolate chips in a pan over low heat. Let the mixture cool slightly before stirring in walnuts and marshmallows. Let cool.
- Spread coconut on waxed paper. Divide the cooled dough into two even portions. Form each portion into a long roll. Coat the rolls with the coconut. Wrap the rolls in waxed paper then again in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight or longer. Cut into 1/2 inch slices to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 102.3 mg, Sugar 25 g
STAINED GLASS CANDY
This candy is oh so good and the house smells up so good when you make it! We make several different flavors and combine them all in a big bowl and it is just beautiful! It can be a little intimidating the first time because you have to use a candy thermometer, but its so worth it!
Provided by Dana Lavelle
Categories Candies
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water.
- 2. Insert candy thermometer into mixture and cook on medium to medium-high heat until thermometer reaches 'hard crack' stage.
- 3. Add candy flavoring last and stir well.
- 4. Poor mixture onto a buttered, metal pan.
- 5. Let cool completely.
- 6. Dust with powdered sugar and crack with edge of spatula. Enjoy!
STAINED GLASS CANDY
This recipe gives you two variations-green-colored candy with wintergreen flavor and red-colored candy with cranberry flavor. I like to make both because they look so pretty together on a tray. -Karolin Kershner, Barrington, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Butter a 15x10x1-in. pan; set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in oil and food coloring (keep face away from mixture as oil is very strong). Immediately pour into prepared pan; cool. Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
STAINED GLASS CANDY I
This candy is good any time of the year but it's especially festive at Christmas! Vanilla, lemon or walnut extract can be easily substituted for almond to add a little variety to your candies.
Provided by Lisa
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Lightly grease one 12x18 inch or larger baking sheet.
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the water, sugar and corn syrup. Heat over high, stirring constantly with a heat resistant spoon, until all sugar is dissolved. Stop stirring and bring to a boil. Boil until a candy thermometer reads 310 degrees F (154 degrees C). Remove from heat.
- When bubbling has ceased, stir in the flavoring and a food coloring. Spread into the prepared pan so that the candy is no more than 1/4 inch thick. Cool for 45 minutes in the refrigerator. Remove from refrigerator, crack into pieces and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Sodium 9.6 mg, Sugar 26 g
Tips for Making Stained Glass Candy
- Use a variety of hard candies to create different colors and patterns.
- Be careful not to overheat the sugar mixture, or it will become too thick and difficult to work with.
- If the sugar mixture is too thick, add a little bit of water to thin it out.
- If the sugar mixture is too thin, add a little bit of cornstarch to thicken it.
- Work quickly when pouring the sugar mixture onto the baking sheet, or it will start to harden.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the candy into pieces.
- Store the candy in an airtight container at room temperature.
Conclusion
Stained glass candy is a beautiful and delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can easily make this candy at home. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!
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