Description
Cinnamon Rock Candy is a delightful, nostalgic treat that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon with a sweet crunch. Perfect for cozy days or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make candy will bring joy to your taste buds and sweet memories to your heart. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a mesmerizing treat that is both fun to make and share with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Food coloring (optional, a few drops)
Instructions
- Gather equipment: heavy-bottomed saucepan, candy thermometer, and heat-resistant spatula.
- In the saucepan, combine sugar, water, corn syrup, and cinnamon over medium heat; stir until dissolved.
- Increase heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil; avoid stirring.
- Monitor temperature until it reaches 300?F (hard crack stage); remove from heat.
- If using food coloring, add it now and stir gently.
- Pour the mixture onto a lined baking sheet or silicone mat; let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg