Pouring maple syrup on snow to make taffy is a fun activity for a snow day that lets kids make easy and delicious homemade candy in the wintertime.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
110 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Pack clean, fresh snow into a large bowl or baking dish. Smooth the top and place in the freezer.
Step 2
Pour maple syrup into a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon over medium-low heat until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a firm ball. A candy thermometer inserted into the syrup should read between 235 and 245 degrees F (112 to 118 degrees C).
Step 3
Remove snow from the freezer and set on the counter. Pour about 2 tablespoons syrup per piece over snow in thin lines about 5 inches long. Let syrup strips cool and firm up for 3 to 5 seconds. Pull candy strips out of snow, then wind into a lollipop around the end of a wooden pop stick. Eat while still a little warm.
