Valentine’s Day Homemade Candy
A delightful, customizable candy recipe perfect for expressing love on Valentine's Day. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, these beautiful treats can be tailored to any occasion.
Ingredients
Candy Base Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup corn syrup Can substitute with honey for a more natural sweetener.
- ½ cup water
- to taste Flavor extracts (vanilla, cherry, etc.) Customize with your favorite flavor.
- optional Food coloring For aesthetic appeal.
- as needed tablespoons powdered sugar For dusting.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients and measure out the sugar, corn syrup, and water.
Cooking the Candy
- In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil without stirring and monitor the temperature until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat once the target temperature is reached and stir in your flavor extracts and food coloring immediately.
Shaping the Candy
- Carefully pour the candy mixture onto a greased baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Once slightly cooled, shape the candy using molds or cut it into pieces.
- Dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
Storing the Candy
- Allow the candies to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. To freeze, ensure candies are completely cooled and package in a freezer-safe container.