Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Recipe

Hey there, candy lover! Ever crave that intense, spicy kick of cinnamon? You're in for a treat! Our Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Recipe is your express ticket to homemade goodness. It's shockingly quick to whip up, surprisingly healthy (yes, a little indulgence can be part of a balanced life!), and packed with that fiery cinnamon flavor you adore. Growing up, my grandmother always had a jar of these on her counter during the holidays. The simple act of unwrapping one, feeling that initial sugary warmth, and then the explosive cinnamon – it's a memory I cherish. Now, you can bring that joy (and spice!) into your own home!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Okay, confession time: I’m usually running late on pretty much everything. That’s why recipes that are simple and fast are my absolute best friends. One year, the day before Christmas I had forgotten to pick up cinnamon candies. With the stores already closed, I was in deep trouble. Remembering my mothers words to "make your own"… I went to work and created a recipe that tasted better than all the stores. This Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Recipe is not just a candy, it's a burst of warmth and nostalgia, reminiscent of cozy winter evenings and holiday cheer. The best part? Requires few ingredients and minimal effort, making it perfect for those moments when you need a quick treat without the fuss. It’s also a fantastic homemade gift for the holidays or a simple, spicy pick-me-up any time of year.

Ingredients

• Sugar Mixture:
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup water
• Flavor and Color:
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring gel
  • 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon flavor oil

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Prepare to mix: Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a medium saucepan.
2. Boil the Mixture: Cook over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
3. Heat: Continue to boil without stirring until a candy thermometer registers 300°F (149°C). This is the "hard crack" stage.
4. Remove from Fire: Take the saucepan off the heat immediately.
5. Stir in Flavor: Quickly stir in the red food coloring and cinnamon flavoring oil. Mix well.
6. Pour: Pour the mixture onto a silicone baking mat.
7. Cool and Break: Let the candy cool completely. Then, break it into pieces.
8. Wrap: Dust in powdered sugar and serve!

Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Recipe

A quick and easy recipe for homemade red hot cinnamon hard candy with a fiery cinnamon flavor.

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Course: Candy

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

Sugar Mixture

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup light corn syrup
• ½ cup water

Flavor and Color

• 1 teaspoon red food coloring gel
• 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon flavor oil

Equipment

• Medium saucepan
• Candy Thermometer
• Silicone Baking Mat

Method

 

1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a medium saucepan.
   2 cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup light corn syrup, ½ cup water
2. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
3. Continue to boil without stirring until a candy thermometer registers 300°F (149°C). This is the “hard crack” stage.
4. Take the saucepan off the heat immediately.
5. Quickly stir in the red food coloring and cinnamon flavoring oil. Mix well.
   1 teaspoon red food coloring gel, 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon flavor oil
6. Pour the mixture onto a silicone baking mat.
7. Let the candy cool completely. Then, break it into pieces.
8. Dust in powdered sugar and serve!