Looking for a fun and easy way to celebrate Easter? Why not try making your own Sour Patch Easter Candy? This festive and colorful candy is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. In this blog post, we’ll be sharing two delicious recipes for Sour Patch Easter Candy that you can make at home. So, grab your apron and let’s get started!
Recipe 1: Sour Patch Easter Candy
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 package of flavored gelatin powder (4 oz)
- 1/4 cup citric acid
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine the corn syrup, water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the flavored gelatin powder and citric acid to the saucepan. Stir until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Let the candy cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into small squares.
- Dust the candy squares with confectioners’ sugar to prevent them from sticking together.
- If desired, add food coloring to the mixture before pouring it into the baking dish to create colorful Sour Patch Easter Candy.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 120
Total fat: 0g
Sodium: 5mg
Total carbohydrates: 30g
Sugars: 30g
Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
Total time: 1 hour
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
Equipment:
- Small saucepan
- 8×8 inch baking dish
- Candy thermometer (optional)
Serving Suggestions:
Serve Sour Patch Easter Candy as a sweet snack or dessert. They also make great Easter basket stuffers!
Variations:
Try using different flavors of gelatin powder to create a variety of Sour Patch Easter Candy. You can also experiment with adding different food coloring to create colorful candy.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have citric acid, you can substitute it with lemon juice or cream of tartar.
Storage:
Store Sour Patch Easter Candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the candy mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- Grease the baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent the candy from sticking.
- It’s important to let the candy cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into squares to ensure that it sets properly.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is citric acid, and where can I buy it? Citric acid is a natural preservative and can be found at most grocery stores or online. It’s often used in canning and preserving foods.
- Can I use a different type of sugar in this recipe? Yes, you can use granulated sugar or brown sugar instead of white sugar.
- Can I make this recipe without gelatin powder? No, gelatin is a key ingredient in this recipe and cannot be substituted.
Recipe 2: Vegan Sour Patch Easter Candy
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 package of vegan flavored gelatin powder (4 oz)
- 1/4 cup citric acid
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine the corn syrup, water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the vegan flavored gelatin powder and citric acid to the saucepan. Stir until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Let the candy cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into small squares.
- Dust the candy squares with powdered sugar to prevent them from sticking together.
- If desired, add food coloring to the mixture before pouring it into the baking dish to create colorful Sour Patch Easter Candy.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 120
Total fat: 0g
Sodium: 5mg
Total carbohydrates: 30g
Sugars: 30g
Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
Total time: 1 hour
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
Equipment:
- Small saucepan
- 8×8 inch baking dish
- Candy thermometer (optional)
Serving Suggestions:
Serve Vegan Sour Patch Easter Candy as a sweet vegan snack or dessert. They also make great Easter basket stuffers for vegans!
Variations:
Try using different vegan flavors of gelatin powder to create a variety of Vegan Sour Patch Easter Candy. You can also experiment with adding different food coloring to create colorful candy.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have citric acid, you can substitute it with lemon juice or cream of tartar.
Storage:
Store Vegan Sour Patch Easter Candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the candy mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- Grease the baking dish with cooking spray or vegan butter to prevent the candy from sticking.
- It’s important to let the candy cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into squares to ensure that it sets properly.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is vegan gelatin, and where can I buy it? Vegan gelatin is a plant-based alternative to traditional gelatin that is made from animal products. It can be found at most health food stores or online.
- Can I use a different type of sugar in this recipe? Yes, you can use granulated sugar or brown sugar instead of white sugar.
- Can I make this recipe without gelatin powder? No, gelatin is a key ingredient in this recipe and cannot be substituted. However, you can try using agar agar powder as a vegan alternative.
Conclusion
Sour Patch Easter Candy is a fun and easy way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re making the classic recipe or trying the vegan version, these colorful candies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, grab your ingredients, put on your apron, and start cooking! We hope you enjoy making these recipes as much as we did.