Description
Silky smooth Kentucky cream pull candy weaves a nostalgic thread through southern culinary traditions. Sweet strands of sugary magic dance between generations, inviting you to savor a delightful confection that whispers classic charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (474 milliliters) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (118 milliliters) light corn syrup
Flavoring and Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Preparation Ingredient:
- Butter (for greasing hands and work surface)
Instructions
- Establish a clean, well-prepared workspace by thoroughly coating a marble surface or large baking sheet with butter. Lightly grease your hands to facilitate the upcoming candy manipulation process.
- Combine sugar, cream, corn syrup, and salt in a robust saucepan. Heat the mixture gradually, stirring consistently to ensure complete sugar dissolution. Attach a precise candy thermometer and continue cooking without additional stirring until the concoction reaches the precise hard ball temperature of 260°F.
- Transfer the molten candy mixture carefully onto the pre-buttered surface, allowing it to cool momentarily until reaching a manageable temperature that permits safe handling without burning.
- Employ buttered hands to initiate the transformative pulling technique. Repeatedly stretch the candy, folding and extending it multiple times. Maintain consistent motion until the mixture transitions to a lustrous, opaque texture with a silky, uniform appearance. This intricate process typically requires sustained effort for 10-15 minutes.
- Once the candy achieves the desired consistency, meticulously shape it into elongated, uniform ropes. Utilize butter-coated scissors to segment the ropes into delicate, bite-sized morsels. Allow the individual pieces to cool completely, establishing a firm structure before presentation or packaging.
Notes
- Butter preparation is crucial for preventing candy from sticking and ensuring smooth pulling technique.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to distribute heat evenly and prevent sugar burning during cooking.
- Precise temperature control determines the candy’s texture, so a reliable candy thermometer is essential for achieving the perfect hard ball stage.
- Pulling technique requires patience and consistent motion to develop the candy’s signature creamy, opaque appearance.
- Buttered hands and tools help manage the sticky candy mixture and create clean, professional-looking pieces.
- Work quickly during cooling and pulling stages to maintain optimal candy malleability and prevent crystallization.
- Store pulled candies in an airtight container at room temperature to preserve their delicate texture and prevent hardening.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 171
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 24 mg