Ingredients for Date Candy Ii
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- Evaporated Milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Light Corn Syrup
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or your favorite)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make Date Candy Ii
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup butter, and 1/4 cup light corn syrup.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula. Be careful, as the mixture will be hot.
- Continue boiling and stirring until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (238°F on a candy thermometer).
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in 1 cup pitted dates, 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or your favorite), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Beat the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until it thickens and loses its gloss. This will take several minutes.
- Turn the candy out onto a lightly greased marble or silicone surface. Shape into a log or desired form using buttered hands.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
61 g
Sugar
2947g
Fat
214g
Carbs
281g