Molasses Candy Ole Fashioned Pull Taffy Recipe

Relive childhood memories with this nostalgic molasses pull taffy recipe! This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to make the same delicious, chewy candy you remember from your grandmother's kitchen. Get ready for a sweet treat that's perfectly textured and bursting with rich molasses flavor. Perfect for holiday baking or a special treat!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1993.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Molasses Candy Ole Fashioned Pull Taffy

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How to Make Molasses Candy Ole Fashioned Pull Taffy

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, 1/4 cup molasses, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches the hard-ball stage (260°F on a candy thermometer). This will take about 15-20 minutes. Be careful not to burn the candy!
  3. Lightly butter a shallow baking pan (approximately 9x13 inches). Pour the hot candy mixture into the prepared pan and let it cool slightly until it's cool enough to handle (about 20-30 minutes).
  4. Lightly butter your hands. Pull the candy until it becomes light golden in color and develops a satiny sheen. This takes time and effort—the more you pull, the more it will lighten and become smooth.
  5. Once the desired color and texture are achieved, pull the taffy into long, 3/4-inch diameter ropes. Using kitchen shears, cut the ropes into 1-inch pieces.
  6. Let the taffy cool completely. Wrap each piece individually in waxed paper and twist the ends to seal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

1561g

Fat

49g

Carbs

159g

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