Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Parchment paper
- Small saucepan
- Wooden popsicle sticks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the maple syrup over medium-high heat until it reaches 235°F on a candy thermometer.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes until the temperature drops to 200°F.
4. Using a wooden popsicle stick, drizzle the hot maple syrup onto the parchment paper in thin lines.
5. Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the maple syrup lines.
6. Let the maple taffy cool and harden for 5-10 minutes.
7. Once the maple taffy has hardened, use the popsicle stick to lift the taffy off the parchment paper and roll it up into a spiral.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Temperature:
235°F for heating the maple syrup
Serving size:
Makes 6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 0g
Sodium: 5mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Honey or agave syrup can be used instead of maple syrup.
- Chopped nuts or chocolate chips can be used instead of shredded coconut.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the maple syrup for a sweet and salty flavor.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the hardened maple taffy for a decadent treat.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the maple syrup reaches the correct temperature.
- Work quickly when drizzling the maple syrup onto the parchment paper, as it will harden quickly.
- Store the maple taffy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Storage instructions:
Store the maple taffy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
The maple taffy can be reheated in the microwave for a few seconds to soften it.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the maple taffy on a platter with a sprinkle of shredded coconut and a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle shredded coconut or chopped nuts over the maple taffy.
Pairings:
Serve the maple taffy with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
This recipe is a dessert and does not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the maple taffy is too soft, it may not have reached the correct temperature when cooking.
- If the maple taffy is too hard, it may have been cooked for too long or at too high of a temperature.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when working with hot maple syrup.
- Do not touch the hot maple syrup with your hands.
Food history:
Maple taffy is a traditional Canadian treat that is made by boiling maple syrup until it reaches the correct temperature and then pouring it onto snow or ice to harden.
Flavor profiles:
The maple taffy has a sweet and nutty flavor with a chewy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the maple taffy as a dessert or snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Coconutty, Maple, Caramel, Maple-Y, Caramel-Like