Description
Kentucky Cream Pull Candy: Sweet Nostalgia Made Simple is a timeless treat that brings warmth and joy to any occasion. This homemade candy features a rich blend of cream and sweet vanilla, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s perfect for sharing during holidays, gatherings, or simply indulging in yourself. With just a handful of ingredients, this easy-to-make candy is a delightful addition to your dessert repertoire, evoking fond memories of childhood and family get-togethers. Whether shaped into small balls or logs, Kentucky Cream Pull Candy is sure to win over the hearts of both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Grease your hands and workspace with butter.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, cream, corn syrup, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches 240°F (soft ball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Once cool enough to handle, grease your hands again and pull small pieces until they become lighter in color and glossy.
- Shape into small balls or logs and place on a greased baking sheet to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg