Homemade Cinnamon and Peppermint Hard Candy

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These make a beautiful thoughtful gift around the holidays!!

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup corn syrup
  • Cinnamon oil
  • Peppermint oil
  • Red and green food coloring
  • Candy thermometer

Preparation

Step 1

In a pot combine granulated sugar, water, and corn syrup. Gradually bring temperature to 300 degrees. Once temperature reaches 300, proceed to add whichever oil you desire careful to keep face away from pot, as the fumes are EXTREMELY strong and can be painful if inhaled. Next quickly add 3 to 5 drops of food coloring desired; stir to mix. Quickly pour mixture onto a greased cookie sheet pushing into the center with a wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Quickly cut with scissors into long strips, then 1" pieces. Drop into powdered sugar to coat.

Step 2

Place into tins or colorful candy bags!

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