Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of homemade Honey Taffy, a delightful treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat! This simple recipe uses just five wholesome ingredients—honey, butter, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—to create a chewy, glossy candy bursting with natural honey flavor. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a touch of tanginess, this taffy is carefully cooked to the hard ball stage for the ideal texture and then hand-pulled for that classic taffy shine. With only 10 minutes of prep time and an interactive pulling process, it's a charming activity for the whole family. Serve these bite-sized confections at parties, wrap them up as gifts, or simply enjoy them as a sweet pick-me-up. This Honey Taffy recipe captures the nostalgia of old-fashioned candy-making while offering a modern twist on all-natural indulgence.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter to prevent sticking. Set aside.
In a medium-sized heavy-bottom saucepan, combine the honey, butter, white vinegar, and salt over medium heat.
Stir the mixture gently until the butter melts and all ingredients are well combined.
Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan, ensuring the tip is submerged but not touching the bottom of the pan.
Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring further and continue cooking until it reaches 260°F (hard ball stage). This process should take about 10-12 minutes. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Once the mixture reaches 260°F, remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the hot taffy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes, or until it is just cool enough to handle.
Grease your hands lightly with butter to prevent sticking. Once the taffy is cool but pliable, begin pulling the mixture. Stretch and fold it repeatedly until it becomes glossy and slightly opaque.
Roll the pulled taffy into a long rope and cut it into bite-sized pieces using greased scissors or a knife.
Wrap each piece in wax paper to prevent sticking and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Serving size | 262.1 grams (262.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 844 |
Total Fat 11.50g | 15% |
Saturated Fat 6.40g | 32% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g | |
Cholesterol 33mg | 11% |
Sodium 225mg | 10% |
Total Carbohydrate 197.10g | 72% |
Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
Total Sugars 196.10g | |
Protein 1.30g | 3% |
Vitamin D 2IU | 11% |
Calcium 15mg | 1% |
Iron 1mg | 6% |
Potassium 141mg | 3% |
Source of Calories