Old Fashioned Sponge Candy Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Sponge Candy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 28 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Granulated Sugar; White Vinegar; 1/2 cup light corn syrup; Baking Soda

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth magic of homemade Old Fashioned Sponge Candy! This classic recipe yields approximately 1/2 lb of light, airy, and incredibly delicious candy, perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!). Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is a delightful treat for any occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 28 mins

Calories 3296.5 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 0.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Fashioned Sponge Candy

Granulated Sugar
White Vinegar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
Baking Soda

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How to Make Old Fashioned Sponge Candy

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
Continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 240°F (hard-crack stage) on a candy thermometer. This will take about 10-15 minutes. Watch carefully!
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully pour the hot syrup onto a buttered baking sheet. Let it cool completely and undisturbed until hardened.
Once cooled and hardened, gently break the candy into small, irregular pieces. This is where the fun 'sponge-like' texture comes in!
Enjoy your homemade Old Fashioned Sponge Candy! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.