Description
Kentucky Cream Pull Candy is a nostalgic Southern treat that evokes memories of cherished family gatherings and festive celebrations. This hand-pulled candy boasts a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture that delights both kids and adults alike. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create this sweet confection that’s perfect for sharing or gifting during the holidays. Customize it with flavors like peppermint or nutmeg to add your personal touch. Whether enjoyed at parties or wrapped as thoughtful gifts, Kentucky Cream Pull Candy brings a delightful charm to any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter (for greasing hands and surface)
Instructions
- Prepare your surface by generously buttering a marble slab or large baking sheet.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, cream, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat while stirring until the sugar dissolves; then stop stirring and monitor the temperature with a candy thermometer until it reaches 260°F (127°C).
- Pour the hot mixture onto the prepared slab and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes until safe to handle.
- Butter your hands well, then pull the candy by stretching and folding it consistently until it lightens in color and becomes satiny.
- Form into ½-inch thick ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces with buttered scissors. Allow to firm up on wax paper at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy-making
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg