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Edible Coal Candy Recipe

Edible Coal Candy Recipe
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Edible Coal Candy is a fun and festive treat perfect for holiday celebrations or themed parties. This crunchy candy mimics the look of real coal with a dark, chocolaty coating and a crisp, sweet interior made from sugar, corn syrup, and baking soda. Coated with black-colored caster sugar for an authentic appearance, it’s a delightful and whimsical way to surprise your guests or add a unique decoration to desserts.

Ingredients

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Candy Base

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup (or golden syrup)
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda

Chocolate Coating

  • 8 oz dark or semisweet chocolate, melted

Black Sugar Coating

  • 1 cup caster sugar
  • Black food coloring (a few drops)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the container. Line a heat-safe 8×10 or 9×9-inch container with parchment paper and set aside to ensure easy removal of the candy once set.
  2. Combine sugar base ingredients. In a large pot over medium-low heat, add granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Stir or whisk gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Heat to hard crack stage. Increase the heat to medium and attach a candy thermometer to the pot. Stop stirring once the sugar has dissolved. Heat the mixture until it reaches 300-310°F (hard crack stage), aiming for about 305°F for ideal texture.
  4. Add baking soda. Remove the pot from heat and immediately whisk in the baking soda for no more than 10 seconds until fully incorporated. The mixture will bubble up as the baking soda creates air pockets for a light texture.
  5. Pour and cool. Carefully pour the bubbling mixture into the prepared container. Allow it to cool completely for 1-2 hours until hardened.
  6. Break into pieces. Once cooled, use a knife to break the hardened candy into coal-sized chunks and smaller shards. Save smaller pieces for use as toppings on cookies, cakes, or ice cream.
  7. Prepare black sugar coating. Place caster sugar in a plastic bag and add a few drops of black food coloring. Seal the bag and knead it until the color is evenly distributed. Add more food coloring if necessary.
  8. Melt chocolate. Melt the dark or semisweet chocolate in 30-second bursts in the microwave, stirring between each interval until smooth and fully melted.
  9. Coat coal pieces. Dip each candy piece into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place coated pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Apply black sugar. Just before the chocolate sets completely, toss each chocolate-covered piece in the prepared black sugar to coat evenly.
  11. Set and serve. Let the chocolate fully harden at room temperature. Once set, the edible coal candy is ready to enjoy or package as gifts.
  12. Optional packaging. For a rustic look, package the coal candy in small burlap bags. Decorate with permanent marker designs or labels tied with ribbon for charming presentation.

Notes

  • Use a candy thermometer for precise temperature to achieve perfect hard crack candy texture.
  • Be very careful when handling hot sugar syrup to avoid burns.
  • Black food coloring can stain surfaces and hands, so handle with care and wear gloves if desired.
  • If you don’t have caster sugar, you can pulse granulated sugar in a food processor to make it finer.
  • Store the finished candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to two weeks.
  • The smaller candy shards make excellent chocolate toppings for desserts.

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