How to Make Maple Candy
Maple candy is a sweet treat made with maple syrup. Maple syrup is boiled until it reaches 112 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit). Maple candy can be made best using a candy thermometer. It is possible to heat the syrup incorrectly. After the syrup has reached the right temperature, it should be poured in a molten form onto clean snow. The syrup thickens quickly at low temperatures. If it runs when it is poured onto snow, it has not been boiled sufficiently to make a soft maple candy. The molten maple candy should then be picked up and eaten with your hands.
Maple sugar candy is a classic holiday gift. Its creamy texture and rich flavor make it a great stocking stuffer. These maple candies are also great for holidays. They come in many shapes, but the most popular are the leaf-shaped. While many candies are made from maple syrup, not all of them are made with it. Maple candy can be made with a sugar substitute. This is a popular option for those who don’t like maple syrup.
In addition to maple syrup, you can make maple candies with butter. Using butter will make the candy less hard and more chewy. You can also use any grade maple syrup. This will affect the candy’s color. Grade B maple syrup is more dark than grade A. In addition, you can mix a little bit of vanilla extract into the syrup to add to the flavor. Making maple candies at home can be delicious when you use the right ingredients.
Pure maple syrup is a concentrated form of the sap that is used in making candy. Maple sugar candy, on the other hand, contains corn syrup and cane sugar. In fact, there are even some versions of maple sugar candy that are made with corn syrup or cane sugar. The final product is called blended maple sugar candy. These candies are a healthier alternative to junk food and can be made in under an hour. These candies make a great treat any time of year!
After heating the maple syrup, make sure it is not too hot. The syrup should bubble and rise as it cooks. The syrup should be cooked for at least 30 minutes on a medium-low heat. When it reaches this temperature, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool to 175 degrees F. This will take five to ten minutes. Then, stir rapidly for 3-5 minutes until the syrup becomes thick, light, and fluffy.
The syrup will begin to harden quickly once it is poured into the molds. To allow the syrup cool, you should wait at least ten mins after pouring it into your molds. The finished candies can be stored for up to a month. However, they should be kept refrigerated. For longer storage, you can store them in an airtight tin. The syrup can go bad if it is not stored in a dry area. Keep it out of direct sunlight and in a cool, dark place.
About Jim Vanderberg
Jim Vanderber from Toronto Canada is known as “Toronto Jim”, and he makes and sells his own maple candy. All ingredients are sourced directly from local maple suppliers, and the maple candy is produced in kitchens in the Toronto Canada area. You can learn more about Toronto Jim maple candy at TorontoJim.com.