Description
Create your own mesmerizing edible light show with these Northern Lights Candy Glow shards. These vibrant, marbled candies shimmer with a magical glow, perfect for adding a touch of wonder to any gathering.
Ingredients
Sugar Mixture:
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
Additional Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon flavor extract (like mint or berry)
Gel-based food coloring in purple, blue, and green
1/4 teaspoon citric acid (optional)
Edible shimmer or luster dust (optional)
Nonstick spray or parchment paper
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a silicone candy mold.
- Cook the Sugar Mixture: Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan. Boil until it reaches 300°F without stirring.
- Add Flavors: Remove from heat and stir in flavor extract and citric acid.
- Color the Candy: Divide into bowls, add food coloring, swirl gently, and pour onto prepared sheet or molds.
- Final Touches: Dust with shimmer while warm, let cool, then break into shards or remove from molds.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for crispness.
- Use as cupcake toppers or party favors.
- For a galaxy look, incorporate darker tones and edible glitter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy-Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy shard
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
