Maple candy is a sweet treat made from maple syrup. Maple syrup is boiled until it reaches 112 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit). The best way to make maple candy is to use a candy thermometer, as it can be tricky to heat up the syrup in the wrong way. After the syrup has reached the right temperature, it should be poured in a molten form onto clean snow. The syrup thickens quickly at low temperatures. If it runs when it is poured onto snow, it has not been boiled sufficiently to make a soft maple candy. The molten maple candy should then be picked up and eaten with your hands.

Maple sugar candy is a classic holiday gift. The creamy texture and soft, rich flavor of the syrup make it perfect for stocking stuffers. These maple candies are also great for holidays. They come in many shapes, but the most popular are the leaf-shaped. Many candies are made with maple syrup, but not all are. Some manufacturers use a sugar substitute instead of maple syrup to make maple candy, and that is a popular choice for people who don’t care for the real thing.

In addition to maple syrup, you can make maple candies with butter. Using butter will make the candy less hard and more chewy. You can also use any grade maple syrup. This will affect the candy’s color. Grade B maple syrup is more dark than grade A. To enhance the flavor, you can add a little vanilla extract to the syrup. Making maple candies at home can be delicious when you use the right ingredients.

Pure maple syrup is a concentrated form of the sap that is used in making candy. Maple sugar candy, on the other hand, contains corn syrup and cane sugar. There are even maple sugar candy versions that are made with corn syrup and cane sugar. The final result is known as blended maple sugar candy. These candies are a healthier alternative to junk food and can be made in under an hour. These candies make a great treat any time of year!

After heating maple syrup, ensure it is not too warm. The syrup should bubble and rise as it cooks. Place the pan over a medium-low heat and cook the syrup for at least 30 minutes. Once the syrup reaches this temperature, take it off the heat and let it cool to 175° F. This should take between five and ten minutes. Then, stir rapidly for 3-5 minutes until the syrup becomes thick, light, and fluffy.

The syrup will begin to harden quickly once it is poured into the molds. You should wait at least ten minutes after pouring it into the molds to allow the syrup to cool. You can store the finished candies for a month, but make sure to keep them refrigerated. For longer storage, you can store them in an airtight tin. Remember that the syrup can go bad if stored in a dry place, so make sure to keep it away from sunlight and in a cool place.

About Jim Vanderberg
Jim Vanderber from Toronto Canada is known as “Toronto Jim”, and he makes and sells his own maple candy. All ingredients are sourced directly from local maple suppliers, and the maple candy is produced in kitchens in the Toronto Canada area. You can learn more about Toronto Jim maple candy at TorontoJim.com.