Homemade Saltwater Taffy: The Best Sweet Treat You’ll Love
Homemade Saltwater Taffy is a delightful sweet treat that everyone will love. Discover how to make this classic candy at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
- food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat until mixture reaches 250°F.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and butter.
- If desired, divide the mixture and add food coloring.
- Once cool enough to handle, grease your hands and begin to pull the taffy until it becomes light and airy.
- Shape into ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Notes
- Allow the taffy to cool completely before cutting.
- Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Homemade Saltwater Taffy, Taffy Recipe, Candy Making