How to Make Stained Glass Candy

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with this homemade stained glass candy recipe. This colorful and delicious candy is sure to be a hit at parties or as a special treat for kids. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create beautiful and tasty stained glass candies that look like works of art. It's a fun and creative activity that both kids and adults will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon flavored extract (such as peppermint, cherry, or lemon)
• Assorted food coloring
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring and continue cooking until it reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
5. Stir in the flavored extract of your choice.
6. Divide the mixture into separate bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl, stirring well to combine.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly dust it with powdered sugar.
8. Carefully pour the colored candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating different patterns or designs.
9. Allow the candy to cool and harden completely, which may take about an hour.
10. Once hardened, break the candy into small, bite-sized pieces.
11. Store the stained glass candy in an airtight container, separating the layers with wax paper to prevent sticking.

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