Acid Drops

Ingredients

• 2 cups (480 mL) white granulated sugar
• 1 cup (240 mL) water
• ½ tsp (2.5 mL) cream of tartar
• 1 Tbsp (15 mL) citric acid
• Powdered sugar

Steps

1. 1

   Bring the sugar, water and cream of tartar to boil over medium-low heat. Stir gently until syrup reaches 310°F (155°C/hard crack stage) or is pale brown. Syrup should harden completely when dropped on to a cold plate and snap between the teeth when cold.

2. 2

   Pour the mixture onto an oiled heatproof work surface, and sprinkle with the citric acid.

3. 3

   Use a greased spatula to fold in the sides and thoroughly work the acid in.

4. 4

   When the candy is cool enough to touch but still pliable, roll it into sticks and snip off drop-sized bits.

5. 5

   Sift powdered sugar onto the candies, and shake to coat.

6. 6

   Allow to cool and harden completely. Store in an air-tight container.