Indulge in the sweet and airy goodness of homemade maple sponge candy with this easy-to-follow recipe. The combination of maple syrup and baking soda creates a light and crunchy texture that's perfect for snacking or gifting to friends and family. Treat yourself to a taste of nostalgia with this classic candy recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
Directions
- Prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing with cooking spray.
- In a large saucepan, combine maple syrup, sugar, water, and vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in baking soda. The mixture will foam up and increase in volume.
- Pour the hot mixture into the prepared baking pan and let it cool and harden for at least 1 hour.
- Once completely hardened, break the candy into pieces using a knife or by hand.
- Enjoy the homemade maple sponge candy as a sweet treat or gift to loved ones.
