Make your own delicious Homemade Saltwater Taffy with this easy recipe. Perfect for sweet treats or as a gift!

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2 cups granulated sugar (400 g)

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 cup light corn syrup (240 ml)

¾ cup water (180 ml)

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 g)

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon peppermint extract + a drop of green food coloring

1 teaspoon strawberry extract + a drop of red or pink food coloring

1 teaspoon lemon extract + a drop of yellow food coloring

1 teaspoon orange extract + a drop of orange food coloring

Optional Flavors: Root beer

coconut

or cotton candy extracts

In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, cornstarch, corn syrup, and water. Stir until well mixed.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a boil.
Add the unsalted butter, salt, and vanilla extract. Continue to cook without stirring until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage (around 240°F or 115°C).
Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, add your chosen flavor extract and food coloring.
Once it is cool enough to handle, grease your hands with butter and begin to knead the taffy, stretching and folding it until it becomes glossy and elastic.
Shape the taffy into long ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces. Wrap in wax paper for storage.

Make sure to be cautious with hot sugar syrup. This recipe can be customized with various flavors and colors as desired.

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