candy canes

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Colleen Sowa
La Crosse, WI

I haven't made these yet... another item on my Bucket List! If any of you make these, please post a photo and make a comment!

(2 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min

Ingredients For candy canes

  • 2 c
    sugar
  • 1/2 c
    light corn syrup
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1/4 tsp
    cream of tartar
  • 3/4 tsp
    peppermint oil
  • 3/4 - 1 tsp
    red food coloring drops

How To Make candy canes

  • 1
    Blend together sugar, corn syrup, water and cream of tartar. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Without stirring, cook until the hard ball stage (265° F.) on candy thermometer). Remove from heat and add peppermint oil; blend well. Divide into two portions. Add red food coloring to one one half of candy. Pour candy onto two greased plates. Let cool. When cool enough to handle, pull each apart separately. Form into ropes and twist the white and red candy together. Cut into desired length and shape into canes. Place on wax paper to cool completely.

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