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Rock Candy

A simple recipe for making delicious rock candy crystals at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 0.5 teaspoon Food Coloring (optional)
  • 1 Wooden stick or skewer Wooden stick or skewer

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add food coloring, if desired.
  • Pour into a jar or glass. Tie the wooden stick to a pencil or chopstick and suspend it in the syrup, making sure it doesn't touch the bottom or sides.
  • Cover and let sit undisturbed for several days until crystals form.

Notes

For best results, use distilled water and avoid disturbing the jar while the candy is forming.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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