Christmas Candy
Dive into the holiday spirit with this delightful Christmas Candy recipe that will fill your home with the sweet aromas of the season and bring smiles to all who indulge in its sugary goodness. These homemade candies make for perfect gifts or a special treat for your holiday gatherings. Let's get started on creating these festive delights!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan and dust it with confectioners' sugar.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, corn syrup, and cream of tartar. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
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Allow the mixture to come to a boil without stirring. Cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
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Remove from heat, stir in peppermint extract, and divide the mixture into two portions. Add food coloring to each portion.
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Pour the colored mixtures into the pan, swirl together, let it cool, then break into pieces.
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Serve or gift the Christmas Candy.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 piece- Calories
- 120 kcal
- Total Fat
- 0g
- Saturated Fat
- 0g
- Cholesterol
- 0mg
- Sodium
- 5mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 30g
- Dietary Fiber
- 0g
- Sugars
- 30g
- Protein
- 0g
Embrace the season with this simple and rewarding recipe that embodies the essence of Christmas in every bite. Let the joy of making and sharing these delightful candies fill your heart and home with warmth and festive spirit. Happy Holidays!