Description
Create colorful and sweet Homemade Kool-Aid Licorice Ropes that evoke childhood nostalgia and joy during the crafting process.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened Kool-Aid powder (your favorite flavors)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Food coloring (optional)
- Cornstarch (for dusting work surface)
Instructions
- Combine the granulated sugar, Kool-Aid powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Warm the corn syrup, water, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Pour the warm syrup mixture gradually into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough gently with your hands until smooth and elastic.
- Dust your workspace with cornstarch to prevent sticking and roll small pieces into ropes.
- Place the shaped licorice ropes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow the ropes to set at room temperature for a couple of hours until firm.
- Enjoy immediately or package them as gifts.
Notes
These ropes can be customized with different flavors and colors. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Mixing, Kneading
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg