Description
Kentucky Cream Pull Candy is a delicious, soft, and creamy holiday treat that has been passed down through generations. With a rich, buttery flavor and a smooth, chewy texture, this candy is perfect for festive gatherings and holiday gifting. Made from just a few simple ingredients—sugar, cream, corn syrup, and vanilla—this candy is both easy to make and irresistible to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter (for greasing hands and surface)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Butter a marble slab, countertop, or large baking sheet to prevent sticking. Grease your hands generously with butter to prepare for the pulling process.
- Make the Candy Base: In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cream, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Attach a candy thermometer and continue cooking without stirring until the mixture reaches 260°F (the hard ball stage).
- Cool the Mixture: Pour the hot mixture onto the prepared surface and let it cool slightly until it is comfortable to handle but still pliable.
- Pull the Candy: Begin pulling the candy with buttered hands. Stretch, fold, and repeat the process until the mixture becomes opaque and creamy in texture. Work quickly, as the candy will begin to harden as it cools.
- Shape and Set: Form the pulled candy into ropes and cut it into bite-sized pieces using buttered scissors. Let the candies set completely before serving.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches 260°F for the correct texture.
- Grease your hands thoroughly with butter to prevent the candy from sticking to your skin.
- Work quickly during the pulling process, as the candy will harden as it cools.
- Store the finished candy in an airtight container to maintain its chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 80 kcal (approx)
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg