Kentucky Cream Candy
Kentucky Cream Candy is a nostalgic Southern treat that melts in your mouth with its velvety texture and rich, creamy sweetness. Crafted from just a handful of simple ingredients—granulated sugar, heavy cream, light corn syrup, butter, and vanilla extract—this homemade candy is a testament to traditional confectionery techniques. The magic happens during the hands-on pulling process, which transforms the candy into a smooth, shiny, and opaque masterpiece. Perfect for gatherings or as a homemade gift, these bite-sized candies are delightfully soft and irresistibly decadent. With step-by-step precision and a touch of heritage, Kentucky Cream Candy is a timeless indulgence that embodies old-fashioned charm and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
Butter a large marble slab, stone countertop, or a rimmed baking sheet to prevent sticking. Set aside.
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, heavy cream, and light corn syrup. Stir gently to moisten the sugar evenly.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat slightly and clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 260°F (hard ball stage). This may take 25–30 minutes.
When the candy reaches the desired temperature, carefully remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Pour the hot candy mixture onto the prepared surface. Allow it to cool for 5–10 minutes, or until the edges are firm enough to handle but the center is still warm.
Using buttered hands or a buttered spatula, begin folding the outer edges of the candy toward the center, flipping it over occasionally to cool evenly as you fold. Continue until it is cool enough to handle without burning your hands.
Once cool enough, begin pulling the candy. Stretch it into a rope, fold it over itself, twist, and repeat. Continue pulling the candy for 10–15 minutes until it becomes smooth, shiny, and opaque.
Roll the candy into thin logs, about 1/2 inch in diameter. Use kitchen scissors or a sharp knife to cut the logs into 1-inch pieces.
Lay the candy pieces out on wax paper to cool and harden completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature to preserve freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.0 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.8 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 978.7 g | 356% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 978.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 24 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
