Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp cinnamon extract
- 6-8 cinnamon sticks
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup. Stir until sugar dissolves.
2. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and insert the candy thermometer.
3. Cook the mixture until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the red food coloring and cinnamon extract.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place cinnamon sticks on it.
6. Pour the candy mixture over the cinnamon sticks, making sure to coat them evenly.
7. Let the candy cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Cook the candy mixture until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
Serving size:
- Makes about 6-8 cinnamon stick candies.
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 200
- Total fat: 0g
- Total carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
- You can use honey instead of corn syrup.
- You can use natural food coloring instead of red food coloring.
Variations:
- You can use different flavors of extract, such as peppermint or vanilla.
- You can add chopped nuts or coconut flakes to the candy mixture before pouring it over the cinnamon sticks.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the candy reaches the correct temperature.
- Be careful when handling the hot candy mixture.
- Store the candy in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Storage instructions:
- Store the cinnamon stick candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- There is no need to reheat the cinnamon stick candy.
Presentation ideas:
- Place the cinnamon stick candy in a decorative jar or tin.
Garnishes:
- You can sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top of the candy for added flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve the cinnamon stick candy with hot cocoa or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- There are no suggested side dishes for this recipe.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the candy mixture is too thick, add a little water to thin it out.
- If the candy mixture is too thin, cook it a little longer until it reaches the hard crack stage.
Food safety advice:
- Be careful when handling the hot candy mixture.
Food history:
- Cinnamon has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and was once considered more valuable than gold.
Flavor profiles:
- The cinnamon stick candy has a sweet and spicy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cinnamon stick candy as a sweet treat or gift.
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Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Cinnamon, Sugary, Aromatic, Cinnamon-Flavored