Kentucky Cream Pull Candy (Printable Format)
Traditional Kentucky candy with creamy sweetness, hand-pulled to perfection for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
# Needed Ingredients:
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2 cups granulated sugar
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
# Preparation Steps:
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Butter a large marble slab or granite countertop to prevent sticking, ensuring the surface is clean and dry.
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In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, heavy cream, butter, and salt over medium heat.
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Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture reaches a gentle simmer.
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Cease stirring and allow the mixture to boil undisturbed until it reaches 260°F on a candy thermometer.
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Remove saucepan from heat and let it cool briefly, then stir in vanilla extract.
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Pour the hot candy mixture onto the prepared buttered surface and let it cool until just warm to the touch.
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Butter your hands, then pull the candy by stretching and folding repeatedly until it becomes lighter in color and pliable.
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Shape the pulled candy into long ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
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Allow candies to cool completely before serving or transferring to an airtight container for storage.
# Supplementary Details:
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Working quickly is essential during the pulling process to achieve the correct texture before the candy sets.