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Candy Glass

Candy Glass is an interesting and fun way to decorate cupcakes or cakes. I just love how it actually looks like real shards of glass! 
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Candy Glass
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cup sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • ⅔ cup light corn syrup
  • ⅕ teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together in a saucepan.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring with a heat safe utensil.
  • Boil continually to a temperature of about 275˚F. Using a candy thermometer to check the temperature is the best way to do this.
  • Being extremely careful, pour onto a large baking or cookie sheet.
  • Allow to cool completely, then break into pieces.
  • You can store the candy glass, layered between parchment or wax paper, in a container in your refrigerator for about 2 weeks.