Description
These Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Candies are a delightful treat that adds a festive flair to any celebration, especially during Independence Day. With their creamy texture and vibrant colors, these candies are not only visually stunning but also incredibly versatile. You can customize them with your favorite flavors, making them perfect for birthday parties, barbecues, or family gatherings. The easy-to-follow recipe ensures that anyone can create these colorful sweets in no time, making it a fun family activity as well. Impress your guests with these charming candies that bring a joyful spirit to your dessert table!
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 5 tbsp softened butter
- 2 tsp extract of your choice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- 4 cups powdered sugar (up to 5 cups)
- 10 oz white vanilla candy coating
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn syrup, butter, extract, and salt until smooth.
- Gradually stir in powdered sugar until the mixture is too stiff to mix; knead in more sugar until not sticky.
- Divide dough into three portions; color one red and one blue.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly; refrigerate for 60-90 minutes until firm.
- Melt candy coating and dip each candy; sprinkle with jimmies if desired. Let set before storing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Feel free to use different extracts like almond or mint for unique flavors. For vegan options, substitute butter with plant-based alternatives.