Have you tried to taste a maple candy? This is a very sweet and creamy product of maple syrup. Its unique taste makes it superior in other candies as it does not only tastes sweet but also have the distinctive maple flavor. It can be purchased on various maple product stores, but you could also make it at home in order to add a special touch. It is a perfect dessert for kids as well as for adults; different shapes can be molded to make the candy more appetizing. A lot of recipes are available over the internet but the principle of making it is all the same.

Maple syrup is the main ingredient for maple candy. It should be a Grade A Light Amber syrup so the candy would not be extremely sweet. The syrup must be boiled up to 32⁰F and make sure to use a candy thermometer in order to know the exact temperature. When the right temperature has been reached, remove it from heat and let it cool down for three to five minutes. After cooling down, stir it continuously for several minutes until the glossy appearance have disappeared. Do not stir it too long because the mixture will be hardened, on the other hand, insufficient stirring will end up to soft candy. When the mixture has the creamy appearance, pour it on candy molds. You could use an ice tray; just put a little brush of vegetable oil over it. Let it cool for several hours and when it has hardened enough, pop it out of the molding tray. You could store it in jars and just remember to close the lid tightly.

Making maple candy is quite simple, so why not try it at home? You could make it along with your kids, just be careful with the boiling organic maple syrup because it is very hot. It is a perfect bonding activity for your family; appreciate the goodness of maple!