Description
Learn how to make classic Homemade Candy Corn from scratch with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for Halloween or anytime you crave this iconic sweet treat!
Ingredients
Scale
For Candy Corn:
- 1 1/4 c. confectioners’ sugar
- 2 1/2 T. nonfat dry milk
- 1/8 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 c. granulated sugar
- 1/3 c. light corn syrup
- 2 1/2 T. water
- 2 T. unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- yellow & red food coloring
- cornstarch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift together confectioner’s sugar, nonfat dry milk, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare Sugar Mixture: In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook until sugar is dissolved. Reach 240 degrees on a candy thermometer.
- Combine Ingredients: Remove from heat, add vanilla, and mix in dry ingredients. Pour onto a pan and let cool.
- Create Dough: Divide dough, color portions with food coloring, and knead until uniform.
- Shape Candy Corn: Roll colored dough pieces into ropes, press together to form layers, and cut into triangles.
- Dry Candy Corn: Place cut candy corn on a baking pan to dry overnight.
- Finish: Dust with cornstarch to prevent sticking and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- It’s important to work quickly with the dough to prevent it from hardening.
- Adjust food coloring amounts to achieve desired colors.
- Store candy corn in a cool, dry place for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 7g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Keywords: Homemade Candy Corn, Candy Corn Recipe, Halloween Candy, Homemade Halloween Treats
