Candy Floss Recipe
American · Dessert · 15 min total
Light and airy spun sugar that melts in your mouth, a classic carnival treat made at home with just sugar and coloring.
5
min prep
min prep
10
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
200
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 drops food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a boil without stirring. Cook until mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and food coloring if using. Let cool for 1-2 minutes.
- Dip a whisk or fork into the syrup and wave it back and forth over a parchment-lined surface or a paper cone to create thin strands of candy floss.
- Continue dipping and waving until all syrup is used. Gather the strands into a fluffy ball.
Tips
- Work quickly as the syrup hardens fast.
- Use a dedicated candy thermometer for accuracy.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
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