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valentines candy hearts

valentines candy hearts: 7 Heartfelt Steps to Make Them

A sweet treat perfect for Valentine’s Day.

  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 20 candy hearts 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves.
  3. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  5. Divide mixture into bowls and add food coloring.
  6. Pour into heart-shaped molds.
  7. Let cool and harden for several hours.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • You can use different flavors by adding extracts.
  • Make sure molds are well greased to avoid sticking.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Candy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 hearts
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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