Kentucky Cream Pull Candy: Easy Sweet Nostalgia for All
Kentucky Cream Pull Candy is a delightful, easy-to-make treat that brings back sweet nostalgia with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and cream over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Boil without stirring until it reaches the soft ball stage at 234°F (112°C).
- Remove from heat and allow to cool to 110°F (43°C).
- Once cooled, add vanilla extract and begin pulling the candy until it turns creamy and lighter in color.
- Shape into small balls or bars and let them cool completely.
Notes
- Make sure to keep stirring until the sugar dissolves to avoid burning.
- Pulling the candy can be a bit tricky, but it’s worth it for the creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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