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5 from 1 vote

Cinnamon Hard Candy

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Candy
Servings: 30 Candies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup
  • Red Food Coloring
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Oil

Instructions

  • Place the first three ingredients in a small saucepan and stir to combine.
  • Turn on the heat to medium high and bring mixture to a boil.
  • Boil approximately 10 minutes until mixture thickens and reaches the hard crack phase (310 degrees on a candy thermometer).
  • Remove from heat.
  • Pour in red food coloring and cinnamon oil and whisk quickly to combine, keeping your face away from the steam.
  • Working quickly, pour the mixture into molds or out on a large sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Allow to cool completely, at least one hour, then remove from molds or break into bite size pieces.
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon oil will give a very mild taste, while 1/2 teaspoon will be hotter.