Description
Indulge in the sweet delight of Homemade Kentucky Cream Pull Candy, a delectable treat that embodies the spirit of Southern desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, and salt over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, stop stirring and allow the mixture to reach the soft ball stage (234-240°F).
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Add vanilla extract.
- Begin pulling the candy using buttered hands or a buttered spatula until it becomes light in color and loses its gloss.
- Shape the candy into small pieces and allow them to cool completely.
Notes
- For a fun variation, add different flavor extracts like almond or peppermint.
- Ensure your hands are well-buttered to prevent sticking while pulling the candy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg