Icicle Candy Is Better Than Anything You’d Buy in a Bag

These bright blue, sugary spirals are just what everyone with a sweet tooth needs this winter season. Making this yummy candy is super simple and can be made in just a few minutes in the microwave. If you are feeling a little extra in the snowy spirit, add some peppermint oil for a bit of flavoring and to kick it up a notch

Icicle Candy

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 10 minutesTotal time: 15 minutesServings:12 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon blue food gel color

Instructions

1. 
   

   Combine sugar and corn syrup in a bowl and mix well.

2. 
   

   Microwave mixture for 3 minutes.

3. 
   

   Stir in gel food coloring.

4. 
   

   Pour mixture into a pan lined with parchment paper.

5. 
   

   Using a sharp knife, cut the candy mixture into long, thin strips.

6. 
   

   Peel each strip from the paper and twist. Be careful, it will be hot.

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