Best 2 Taste This Sponge Candy Recipes
Indulge in the heavenly delight of Sponge Candy, a confection that combines the delicate crunch of toffee with the airy lightness of sponge. This irresistible treat, also known as Honeycomb Candy or Cinder Toffee, captivates taste buds with its unique texture and symphony of flavors. Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide, featuring two delectable recipes: the Classic Sponge Candy and the Chocolate Sponge Candy. Immerse yourself in the art of candy-making and discover the secrets to crafting this exceptional sweet sensation.
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TASTE THIS! SPONGE CANDY!
I love Sponge Candy! Okay, I love all candy and things of a sweet nature!!! :o) But anyway, I was always afraid to make this, I mean, that sponge stuff had to be hard I thought, I had never even looked at a recipe for it. I just don't like to deal with things that are touchy and precise, which I totally assumed sponge candy...
Provided by Wendy Rusch
Categories Chocolate
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Butter a 9x13 pan, bottom and sides. Set aside.
- 2. In a heavy saucepan, over medium heat, stir together syrup, molasses, sugar and vinegar. Continue stirring constantly until sugar dissolves and starts to boil. Once mixture comes to a full boil, stop stirring, but continue to cook at medium heat, no stirring, until candy thermometer reaches 300 degrees.
- 3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 Tablespoon of baking soda. Pour into prepared pan, DO NOT spread, it will spread itself. You don't want to deflate it. Allow to cool. Break into desired size pieces.
- 4. Over a double boiler...melt together 2 cups milk chocolate chips, 1 cup semi sweet chips and 2-3 tsp vegetable oil. Dip cooled pieces of sponge in chocolate, place on wax paper to dry.
- 5. *Of course you can use your favorite chocolate combination...that is just my favorite.
OLD FASHIONED SPONGE CANDY
Make and share this Old Fashioned Sponge Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by grandma2969
Categories Candy
Time 28m
Yield 1/2 pound
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- line the bottom and sides of a 9x9" square pan -- with aluminum foil -- butter foil and set aside.
- combine sugar, vinegar and corn syrup in a heavy pan --
- stir once over medium heat till sugar dissolves --
- heat until mixture reaches the hard crack stage or 290*-310* on candy thermometer.
- remove from heat, carefully stir in baking soda.mixture will foam quite high --
- pour mixture into prepared pans, set aside at room temperature until firm --
- invert pan to remove candy.
- peel foil off and break candy into small pieces --
- store in an airtight container at room temperature -- .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3296.5, Sodium 7528.2, Carbohydrate 871.4, Sugar 563.2
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the sugar from scorching.
- Stir the sugar mixture constantly to prevent crystallization.
- Add the baking soda at the very end of the cooking process to create a light and fluffy texture.
- Pour the candy mixture onto a greased baking sheet and let it cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
- For a chocolate-covered version, melt some chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave and dip the cooled candy pieces into the chocolate.
Conclusion:
Sponge candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a light and fluffy candy that is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give sponge candy a try. You won't be disappointed!
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