Portuguese Burnt Sugar Candy

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Sweet, tart candies that are usually made around the holidays - especially at Christmas

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
50
Yield:
50 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 50 servings

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • cup water

  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, stir together the sugar, water and vinegar. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat. Continue to boil for about 15 minutes, or until the mixture turns a deep golden brown, or use a candy thermometer. The temperature should reach 300 degrees F (149 degrees C). Remove from the heat, and pour onto two well buttered heavy dinner plates.

  2. When the candy begins to harden, pull from around the edges of the plates. Stretch into long ropes and cut into pieces with kitchen scissors, giving each piece a twist. Cool completely before storing in an airtight tin. Be careful! The candy will be very hot while pulling and cutting.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

16 Calories
4g Carbs
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 50
Calories 16
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Total Sugars 4g
Potassium 0mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.