Sea Foam Candy

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min

Sea Foam Candy is a light, airy treat with a crunchy texture and sweet caramel flavor, perfect for festive occasions or as a delightful homemade confection.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2 firmly beaten egg whites

Instructions

  1. Mix brown sugar, water, and cream of tartar in a saucepan. Cook with the lid on until the sugar crystals melt.
  2. Continue cooking on medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly.
  3. Test the syrup by pouring a small amount from a spoon; continue until a hair-like strand of syrup flows out about 4 to 5 inches.
  4. Pour the hot syrup immediately over the beaten egg whites in a mixer.
  5. Continue beating until the mixture loses its shiny appearance.
  6. Spoon out the mixture onto a slightly buttered sheet of wax paper and allow to set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

255 kcal 13% DV

Macronutrients

Protein 20.3g 41% DV
Total Fat 0g
Carbs 41.9g 15% DV
Fiber 0.1g
Sugar 25.6g 51% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 340.5mg 15% DV
Potassium 4439.5mg 94% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 40.8mg 3% DV
Iron 1.2mg 6% 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).

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