Clear Toy Candy Pa Dutch Traditional Recipe

Uncover the secrets to making authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Clear Toy Candy! This simple-yet-dazzling recipe is surprisingly easy, yielding beautiful, amber-hued sweets with a uniquely delicious flavor. Perfect for experienced candy makers and adventurous beginners alike (adult supervision required!), this traditional recipe avoids artificial flavorings, letting the pure sweetness of the sugar shine. Learn how to create stunning clear candies, optionally adding a touch of red or green food coloring for a festive twist. Warning: This recipe involves working with hot sugar; adult supervision is absolutely essential and small children should be kept away.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 50.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Clear Toy Candy Pa Dutch Traditional

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How to Make Clear Toy Candy Pa Dutch Traditional

  1. Combine 2 cups of granulated sugar, 1 cup of light corn syrup, and 1/2 cup of water in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  2. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, ensuring it doesn't touch the bottom.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 300°F (149°C) – the hard-crack stage. This will take about 15-20 minutes. Watch closely!
  5. Carefully remove the pan from the heat. If adding food coloring, stir in a few drops of red or green food coloring (optional).
  6. Immediately pour the hot candy onto a lightly greased baking sheet or silicone mat.
  7. Let the candy cool completely and harden before breaking it into pieces. Note: The candy will be extremely hot!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts American Easy Holiday Event Kid Friendly Low Fat Candy Dietary Gifts Christmas Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Amish Mennonite Inexpensive Northeastern United States Pennsylvania Dutch Low In Something Novelty Number Of Servings