Recipe

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

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
Ingredients
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon blue food gel color

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Step 1

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

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Step 2

Microwave mixture for 3 minutes.

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Step 3

Stir in gel food coloring.

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Step 4

Pour mixture into a pan lined with parchment paper.

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Step 5

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

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Step 6

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

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