Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 2/3 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons butter, plus extra for buttering hands
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon flavoring extract (vanilla, peppermint, or lemon)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix sugar, corn syrup, warm water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Monitor Temperature: Once boiling, insert a candy thermometer. Continue without stirring until it reaches 255°F.
- Add Extras: Remove from heat. Stir in butter, your choice of flavoring extract, and food coloring if desired.
- Prepare for Pulling: Pour onto a greased marble slab or a lined and greased baking sheet. Let cool until handleable, about 15 minutes.
- Pull the Taffy: Butter your hands and pull the taffy until it becomes light in color and glossy, typically 10-15 minutes.
- Shape and Cut: Stretch the taffy into a rope, cut into small pieces with greased scissors, and wrap each piece in wax paper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes