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Caramel Chewing Gum Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp butter flavoring
- 1/4 tsp caramel flavoring
- 1/4 tsp yellow food coloring
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cornstarch

Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Stand mixer
- Parchment paper
- Candy molds (optional)

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, water, cream of tartar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.
3. Once sugar dissolves, stop stirring and let the mixture come to a boil. Insert a candy thermometer and cook until the temperature reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, butter flavoring, caramel flavoring, and yellow food coloring.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and let it cool for 5 minutes.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and cornstarch. Dust the mixture over the top of the caramel.
7. Let the caramel cool completely (about 2 hours) before breaking it into small pieces or cutting it into desired shapes using candy molds.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Cooling time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Cook until the temperature reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
Serving size:
Makes about 1 pound of caramel chewing gum.

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 100
Total fat: 0g
Sodium: 50mg
Total carbohydrates: 26g
Sugars: 22g
Protein: 0g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Light corn syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar.
- Butter flavoring can be substituted with actual butter, but it may affect the texture of the caramel.
- Caramel flavoring can be substituted with butterscotch or vanilla flavoring.

Variations:
- Add different food coloring to create different flavors.
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the mixture before pouring it into the baking dish.
- Dip the cooled caramel pieces in melted chocolate for a chocolate-covered caramel chewing gum.

Tips and tricks:
- Be careful when working with hot sugar mixture as it can cause serious burns.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the caramel reaches the correct temperature.
- Dust the powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture generously to prevent the caramel from sticking to your hands.

Storage instructions:
Store the caramel chewing gum in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Reheating instructions:
Caramel chewing gum does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
Wrap the caramel pieces in wax paper or cellophane bags for a cute presentation.

Garnishes:
Caramel chewing gum does not need any garnishes.

Pairings:
Caramel chewing gum pairs well with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
Caramel chewing gum is a dessert and does not need any side dishes.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the caramel is too hard, it may have cooked for too long. Try cooking it for less time next time.
- If the caramel is too soft, it may not have reached the correct temperature. Use a candy thermometer to ensure the caramel reaches 300°F.

Food safety advice:
Be careful when working with hot sugar mixture as it can cause serious burns.

Food history:
Chewing gum was first made with chicle, a natural latex from the sapodilla tree, in the 1800s. In the late 1800s, Thomas Adams added flavorings to chicle to create the first flavored chewing gum.

Flavor profiles:
Caramel chewing gum has a sweet and buttery flavor with a hint of caramel.

Serving suggestions:
Serve caramel chewing gum as a sweet treat after dinner or as a snack throughout the day.

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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Sugary, Chewy