Description
Homemade Saltwater Taffy Rolls are a nostalgic and fun candy to make at home. With a sweet, chewy texture and a delightful combination of flavors, this taffy is perfect for special occasions or just as a treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. After making the taffy, it’s pulled and rolled into small, bite-sized pieces for a traditional and colorful candy experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon flavored extracts (such as strawberry, orange, or peppermint for variation)
- 1/4 teaspoon food coloring (optional)
- Cornstarch, for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, bring the mixture to a boil, and let it cook without stirring until the temperature reaches 250°F (hard ball stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and any flavored extract and food coloring, if desired. Mix well to combine.
- Carefully pour the hot candy mixture onto a heatproof surface, like a marble countertop or baking sheet dusted with cornstarch.
- Let the mixture cool for a few minutes until it’s safe to handle. Once cooled slightly, butter your hands and begin pulling the taffy. Stretch and fold the taffy until it becomes light and airy, about 10-15 minutes of pulling.
- Once the taffy becomes light in color and texture, roll it out into a long rope about 1/2 inch in diameter.
- Using kitchen scissors, cut the taffy into small pieces (about 1 inch long), and wrap each piece in wax paper or cellophane.
- Allow the taffy to cool completely before serving or storing. Enjoy your homemade saltwater taffy rolls!
Notes
- Be cautious when working with hot sugar syrup; it can cause burns if touched.
- You can experiment with different flavors of extracts like lemon, cherry, or coconut for unique variations.
- If you don’t have a candy thermometer, you can test the taffy by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. It should form a firm ball when cooled.
- Ensure the taffy is fully cooled and wrapped in wax paper to prevent it from sticking together during storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Candy, Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Pulling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg