Description
Delightful homemade peppermint sticks perfect for the holiday season, combining sweet and refreshing mint flavors in a fun family tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Red food coloring
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering ingredients and tools.
- Combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water in a heavy saucepan.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
- Allow it to boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in peppermint extract and red food coloring.
- Pour the mixture onto a prepared baking sheet.
- Allow to cool slightly, then grease your hands and shape the candy.
- Cut the candy into desired lengths and cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Pack or gift as desired.
Notes
Use accurate measurements for best results. Watch the temperature closely to prevent crystallization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peppermint, Christmas, Candy, Homemade, Holiday Treats