Homemade Saltwater Taffy Rolls Recipe
If you love sweet, chewy candy, this Homemade Saltwater Taffy Rolls Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring optional
- Flavored extracts mint, strawberry or lemon
Instructions
Prepare the Pan
- Butter a marble slab or silicone mat. This prevents taffy from sticking while cooling.
Mix Sugar and Syrup
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water and salt. Stir gently to mix.
Cook the Mixture
- Heat over medium until sugar dissolves. Attach candy thermometer for accurate temperature.
Boil to Soft-Ball Stage
- Boil without stirring until mixture reaches 250°F (soft-ball stage). This ensures proper texture.
Add Butter and Flavor
- Remove pan from heat. Stir in butter, vanilla and desired flavored extracts for sweetness.
Add Food Coloring
- Add drops of food coloring. Stir gently to swirl color without overmixing.
Cool Slightly
- Pour mixture onto prepared surface. Let it cool until it is warm but not hard, about 5 minutes.
Stretch the Taffy
- Butter your hands lightly. Pull and fold taffy repeatedly for 10–15 minutes until glossy and aerated.
Flatten and Roll
- Stretch taffy into a long rope about 1 inch thick. Fold and twist for more chewiness.
Cut into Rolls
- Use scissors or a sharp knife. Cut taffy into 3–4 inch rolls. Wrap each piece in wax paper.
Notes
- Avoid Crystals: Stir sugar only at the beginning. Avoid stirring once boiling starts.
- Flavor Ideas: Peppermint, banana, coffee, or butter rum work great.
- Color Swirls: Twist two colors together for a striped look.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.
- Pulling Tip: Lightly butter hands to prevent sticking.