Homemade Saltwater Taffy
Ingredients:
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring optional
Directions:
Prepare the Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Boil the Mixture: Once dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil until it reaches 260F 127C on a candy thermometer.
Add Butter and Flavoring: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract. If using, add a few drops of food coloring.
Cool the Taffy: Pour the mixture onto a greased marble surface or a heatproof baking sheet. Let it cool for about 5 minutes until its cool enough to handle.
Pull the Taffy: Once cool enough, pull the taffy by stretching and folding it repeatedly until it becomes shiny and less sticky. This process takes about 10-15 minutes.
Shape and Wrap: Grease your hands with butter and cut the taffy into bite-sized pieces. Wrap each piece in wax paper.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 50 kcal per piece Servings: 40 pieces