Molasses Sponge Candy

Molasses Sponge Candy
Molasses Sponge Candy might be a good recipe to expand your side dish recipe box. This recipe serves 1. One serving contains 1953 calories, 0g of protein, and 34g of fat. A mixture of baking soda, cream of tartar, water, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so scrumptious. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegetarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 25 minutes.

Instructions

1
Line bottom and sides of a 13- by 9-inch baking pan with foil, then butter foil.
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Bring sugar, water, butter, and cream of tartar to a boil in a deep 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then wash down any sugar crystals with a pastry brush dipped in cold water. Boil without stirring until syrup registers 265°F (hard-ball stage) on a candy thermometer, about 10 minutes.
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3
Add molasses (don't stir) and continue to boil undisturbed until syrup registers 295°F (hard-crack stage), 4 to 5 minutes.
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4
Remove pan from heat and sift baking soda over syrup, then whisk to incorporate. (Use caution: mixture will bubble vigorously.)
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5
Immediately pour syrup into lined baking pan and cool completely. Lift candy in foil from pan, then discard foil and break candy into pieces.
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Candy keeps, layered between wax paper in an airtight container, 1 month.
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DifficultyNormal
Ready In25 m.
Servings1
Health Score8
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