Difference between revisions of "Make Old Fashioned Hard Candy"
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| − | + | Old fashioned hard candy is treat known to many generations and it's still popular among many. Also known as boiled sweets or crunched sweets, old fashioned candy is suitable for being sucked rather than chewed. Hard candy has the benefit of being long-lasting while still retaining its taste, making it an ideal energy-boosting treat for those hiking, camping, spending time outdoors, etc. Moreover, a few hard candy treats can replace the desire to munch too many soft candies––a little will go a long way to tame a sweet tooth! | |
Best of all, it's surprisingly easy to make hard candy provided that you have the right ingredients and tools. Once you're familiar with the candy-making process, it will likely inspire you to make more batches. In this article, you'll learn how to make basic hard candy, fruit drops, lollipops and old-fashioned barley sugar. | Best of all, it's surprisingly easy to make hard candy provided that you have the right ingredients and tools. Once you're familiar with the candy-making process, it will likely inspire you to make more batches. In this article, you'll learn how to make basic hard candy, fruit drops, lollipops and old-fashioned barley sugar. | ||
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* 1 kg, 2 1/4 lb, 4 cups sugar | * 1 kg, 2 1/4 lb, 4 cups sugar | ||
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# Leave the strips to harden. Once hardened, they can be wrapped individually in cellophane or place on wax paper inside an airtight tin. | # Leave the strips to harden. Once hardened, they can be wrapped individually in cellophane or place on wax paper inside an airtight tin. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
