Homemade Saltwater Taffy Rolls
Delightful homemade saltwater taffy rolls that are chewy, sweet, and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 100kcal
Equipment
- Heavy Saucepan
- Candy Thermometer
- Baking Sheet
- Butter Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Granulated Sugar
- 1.5 cups Light Corn Syrup
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Food Coloring (optional)
- Flavor Extracts (optional, such as peppermint, lemon, or strawberry)
Instructions
- Generously grease a large baking sheet or marble slab with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, light corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir together over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without further stirring. Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature closely.
- Continue to cook the taffy base until it reaches 250°F (120°C)—the hard ball stage.
- Remove the pan from heat immediately. Stir in unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and any food coloring or flavorings you desire.
- Pour the hot taffy onto your greased baking sheet. Allow it to cool just until you can handle it safely—this usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
- Butter your hands and begin to pull the taffy. Stretch, fold, and pull repeatedly—about 10-15 minutes—until it becomes lighter in color and firmer in texture.
- Roll the finished taffy into long ropes. Use buttered scissors or a knife to cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Wrap each taffy roll in wax paper to preserve freshness and prevent sticking. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Store your taffy rolls in an airtight container at room temperature, layered with wax paper to prevent sticking. Homemade taffy stays fresh for about two weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 50mg | Sugar: 24g