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valentines day hearts candy

valentines day hearts candy: 5 Sweet Tips for Success

A sweet treat for Valentine’s Day, these heart-shaped candies bring joy and love.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 pieces 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon flavoring extract (e.g., vanilla or cherry)
  • Food coloring

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat mixture over medium heat until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
  3. Remove from heat and stir in flavoring and food coloring.
  4. Pour mixture onto a greased surface.
  5. Once cool, cut into heart shapes.

Notes

  • Store candies in an airtight container.
  • Use different flavor extracts for variety.
  • Experiment with colors for a festive look.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Candy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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