Description
A delightful treat that brings a fiery kick to your taste buds with its vibrant red color and intense cinnamon flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar: This is the base of your candy, providing the sweetness.
- 2/3 cup light corn syrup: This ingredient helps prevent the sugar from crystallizing, ensuring a smooth texture.
- 1/2 cup water: Water is essential for dissolving the sugar and corn syrup.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon oil: This is what gives your candy its signature spicy flavor. Adjust the amount for more or less heat!
- Red food coloring: Add as much as you like to achieve your desired shade of red.
- Powdered sugar: A light dusting of powdered sugar will keep your candy pieces from sticking together.
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and dust with powdered sugar.
- Cook the Candy Mixture: Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan, stir until dissolved, then boil until it reaches 300°F.
- Add Flavor and Color: Remove from heat, stir in cinnamon oil and red food coloring.
- Pour and Cool: Quickly pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool completely.
- Break into Pieces: Once cooled, break the candy into bite-sized pieces and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Always use a candy thermometer to ensure the right temperature.
- Be cautious when handling the hot mixture to avoid burns.
- Keep your workspace clean and organized for a smoother process.
- If adding mix-ins, do so after pouring the mixture onto the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: candy, cinnamon, hard candy, homemade candy, red hot candy