Bring the nostalgia of homemade candy to life with this Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy!
A spicy-sweet treat that’s perfect for holidays, gift baskets, or a tasty homemade indulgence.
Customize the cinnamon intensity to create a bold and personal flavor experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
- 1 tsp cinnamon oil
- Red food coloring (as desired)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Step 3: Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
Use a candy thermometer and cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (150°C) without stirring.
Step 4: Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Carefully stir in cinnamon oil and red food coloring.
Step 5: Pour the hot candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let it cool completely until semi-hard.
Step 6: Cut the candy into pieces and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
Tips
Use silicone molds for fun shapes instead of pouring onto a baking sheet.
Work quickly when adding cinnamon oil as the candy sets fast.
Adjust the amount of cinnamon oil for milder or spicier candy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I use cinnamon extract instead of oil?
No, cinnamon oil is more concentrated and provides the proper intensity for this recipe.
2. How do I store the candy?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
3. Can I skip the red food coloring?
Yes, the food coloring is optional and won’t affect the taste.
4. How do I clean the saucepan after making candy?
Soak the saucepan in hot water to dissolve any leftover sugar.
5. Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, but keep a candy thermometer handy and monitor closely to avoid burning the mixture.
Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
- 1 tsp cinnamon oil
- Red food coloring as desired
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Use a candy thermometer and cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (150°C) without stirring.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Carefully stir in cinnamon oil and red food coloring.
- Pour the hot candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let it cool completely until semi-hard.
- Cut the candy into pieces and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.