Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Old Fashioned Recipe
The Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Old Fashioned Recipe is bold, spicy and full of classic charm. This candy is bright red and packed with strong cinnamon flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Pan
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking later.
Mix Sugar and Syrup
- Add sugar, corn syrup, water and salt into saucepan. Stir gently before turning on heat.
Heat the Mixture
- Place saucepan on medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves completely and mixture begins boiling.
Cook to Hard Crack Stage
- Cook without stirring until temperature reaches 300°F on candy thermometer. This step is very important.
Remove From Heat
- Carefully remove saucepan from heat. Let bubbling slow slightly before adding flavor and color.
Add Cinnamon Flavor
- Add cinnamon oil, cinnamon extract and red food coloring. Stir quickly and carefully to combine.
Pour the Candy
- Pour hot candy mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Spread slightly with spatula if needed.
Cool and Break
- Let candy cool completely. Once hardened, break into small pieces using a knife or hands.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
- Do not touch hot sugar with bare hands.
- Cinnamon oil is strong. Measure carefully.
- Work quickly after adding flavor and color.
- Keep children away during cooking process.