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Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy

Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy: Make Your Taste Buds Sizzle!


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 pieces 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A sweet and spicy candy that delivers a fiery kick of cinnamon flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp cinnamon oil (food-grade)
  • 1/2 tsp red food coloring (optional)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
  • Candy thermometer
  • Candy molds or parchment-lined baking sheet

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment or prepare your molds. Measure out your cinnamon oil and food coloring. Clip the thermometer to your saucepan.
  2. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in the saucepan. Stir over medium heat until dissolved.
  3. Stop stirring and heat the mixture to 300°F (hard crack stage).
  4. Remove from heat and quickly stir in cinnamon oil and food coloring.
  5. Pour into molds or baking sheet. Cool completely.
  6. Break into pieces and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure your thermometer is accurate for best results.
  • Be cautious when working with hot sugar syrup to avoid burns.
  • The red food coloring is optional and can be adjusted to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Candy
  • Method: Candy making
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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