Bright Chewy Candy Ropes
Bright, chewy candy ropes made with simple pantry ingredients and a quick stovetop syrup, perfect for pairing with air-fried snacks.
Ingredients
Candy Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- ¾ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
- 1 (0.13 oz) packet Kool-Aid (any flavor) Provides flavor and color
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil Keeps dough pliable
- ¼ tsp salt
- to taste Optional: food coloring For more intense color
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Heat over medium, stirring just until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to bubble.
- Remove the pan from heat once the syrup is clear and glossy.
- Immediately stir in the Kool-Aid packet until fully dispersed.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the vegetable oil and stir to combine.
- Gradually pour the syrup mixture into the flour mixture, stirring steadily until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- If using food coloring, add it now and knead gently until the color is uniform.
Shaping
- Divide the dough into portions and roll each into ropes of your desired thickness on a lightly floured surface.
- Place the finished ropes on a parchment-lined tray to cool and set at room temperature.
Notes
Keep ropes in an airtight container at room temperature. Ideal for prepping ahead. Avoid reheating in the air fryer as it may make them sticky.