Christmas Coal Candy Delight (Ready-to-Print Version)

Playful holiday candy with vanilla sweetness and a crackly, crunchy texture resembling lumps of coal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Sugars and Syrups

01 - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
02 - 1/4 cup light corn syrup
03 - 1/4 cup water

→ Flavorings

04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Black gel food coloring (a few drops)
06 - Optional: peppermint or anise extract for extra flavor

→ Whipping Agents

07 - 1 large egg white
08 - 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
09 - A pinch of salt

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
03 - Increase heat and cook without stirring until the mixture reaches the hard-crack stage at 300°F on a candy thermometer.
04 - Remove the syrup from heat. Quickly stir in vanilla extract and black gel food coloring until evenly colored.
05 - In a separate bowl, beat the egg white with cream of tartar and salt until stiff peaks form.
06 - Slowly pour the hot syrup into the whipped egg white while mixing continuously on low speed. The mixture will puff up and resemble coal.
07 - Immediately pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Let cool for 30 minutes, then break into chunks to simulate coal pieces.

# Handy Tips:

01 - Exercise caution when handling hot sugar syrup as it is extremely hot and sticky.
02 - Use gel food coloring to achieve a rich, dark hue.
03 - For festive flare, add edible glitter or crushed peppermint.
04 - Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
05 - Package in clear bags with holiday ribbons for gifting.

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