Hard Tack
Hard tack is a crunchy, sweet candy made with sugar, Karo syrup, and water, ideal for those who enjoy nostalgic treats or want a customizable, colorful confection.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix the white sugar, Karo syrup, and water in a saucepan.
- Cook the mixture until it reaches hard crack stage (300°F).
- Remove from heat and add flavoring and food coloring.
- Pour the hot mixture onto a greased cookie sheet and let cool until lukewarm.
- Cut into pieces with scissors.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
385
kcal
19% DV
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).