Pink Taffy

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12

Sweet, vibrant pink taffy with smooth, chewy texture and rich vanilla flavor, perfect for homemade candies and gift-giving, appealing to all ages with its nostalgic charm.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • Red food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized heavy saucepan, stir together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Add corn syrup, water, and butter to the saucepan.
  3. Mix well until combined.
  4. Over moderate heat, bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

416 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.6g 1% DV
Total Fat 25.1g 32% DV
Carbs 31.9g 12% DV
Fiber 1.3g 5% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9696.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 101.5mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 17.8mg 1% DV
Iron 0.4mg 2% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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