Cinnamon Rock Candy: A Sweet Treat to Savor!
Cinnamon Rock Candy is a delightful sweet treat that combines the warm flavor of cinnamon with a crunchy texture, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 pound
- Category: Candy
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and cream of tartar over medium heat.
- Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring.
- Once boiling, add cinnamon extract and food coloring if desired.
- Continue boiling until the mixture reaches the hard crack stage (300°F or 150°C).
- Remove from heat and pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet.
- Allow it to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon extract to taste.
- Be careful when handling hot sugar syrup.