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valentines candy

Valentines Candy: 7 Sweet Moments to Create Together

A sweet treat perfect for Valentine’s Day.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 pieces 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
  3. Bring to a boil without stirring.
  4. Cook until mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and food coloring.
  6. Pour mixture onto a greased baking sheet.
  7. Allow to cool and harden.
  8. Break into pieces and serve.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Use different food colors for variety.
  • Can add sprinkles for decoration.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Candy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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