Description
Kentucky Cream Pull Candy: Sweet Nostalgia Made Simple is a delightful homemade treat that evokes cherished memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations. With its rich, creamy texture and sweet vanilla flavor, this candy is incredibly simple to make, taking just under an hour from start to finish. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or serving at parties, each bite delivers a nostalgic experience that will transport you back to your childhood. Easy to customize with nuts or additional flavors, this classic recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Grease your hands and a baking sheet with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, mix sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, and salt until combined.
- Cook over medium heat while stirring occasionally until the mixture reaches 240°F (soft ball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 minutes before pulling it with greased hands.
- Shape into logs or small pieces on the prepared baking sheet and let set completely before cutting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg