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A delicious plate of Homemade Kool-Aid Licorice Ropes

Homemade Kool-Aid Licorice Ropes

These homemade Kool-Aid licorice ropes are a fun and colorful treat, perfect for sharing or gifting!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Candy
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g granulated sugar
  • 240 ml light corn syrup
  • 30 g unsweetened Kool-Aid powder your favorite flavors
  • 120 ml water
  • 5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Food coloring optional
  • Cornstarch for dusting work surface

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, Kool-Aid powder, and salt.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the corn syrup, water, and vanilla extract over medium heat until smooth.
  3. Gradually pour the warm syrup mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough gently with your hands until smooth and elastic.
  5. Dust your workspace with cornstarch to prevent sticking and roll small pieces of dough into ropes.
  6. Place the shaped licorice ropes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Allow the ropes to set at room temperature for a couple of hours until firm.
  8. Enjoy immediately or package them as gifts.

Notes

These licorice ropes can be customized with different flavors of Kool-Aid and are perfect for parties or as homemade gifts.