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How can I determine when my candy has reached the soft ball stage during the cooking process?
To determine when your candy has reached the soft ball stage during cooking, use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the candy mixture. The soft ball stage is reached when the temperature reads between 235-240 degrees Fahrenheit. You can also perform a cold water test by dropping a small amount of the candy mixture into cold water, and if it forms a soft, pliable ball, it has reached the soft ball stage.
Is the alcohol in a candy thermometer poison?
Alcohol is not the liquid in a candy thermometer. It is a proprietary mixture of chemicals. it is poisonous. Some of them now contain substances such as toluene.
Is the alcohol in a thermometer poisonous?
Alcohol is not the liquid in a candy thermometer. It is a proprietary mixture of chemicals. it is poisonous. Some of them now contain substances such as toluene.
Is a candy thermometer the same as a meat thermometer?
No, a candy thermometer and a meat thermometer are not the same. A candy thermometer is designed to measure high temperatures for making candy, while a meat thermometer is used to measure the internal temperature of meat for cooking.
How is maple candy made from maple sugar?
In order to make maple candy from maple sugar, first melt the sugar so that it becomes syrup. Continue to heat the syrup until it reaches 235 degrees on a candy thermometer (Fahrenheit) and then cool it down to 175 degrees. Still it by hand for five minutes- the mixture will become lighter and creamier. Then pour into molds of your choosing. Cool to eat! Enjoy.
How does the candy thermometer works?
A candy thermometer sits in the boiling candy mixture to measure its temperature. You'll need to know the correct temperature for the candy you're making. When the thermometer reaches the temperature you want, it's time to move on to the rest of the recipe. This may be removing the candy from the heat and/or adding more ingredients such as butter or vanilla.
How long do you boil peanut brittle to reach 300 degrees?
All stoves and pans vary.. best to purchase a candy thermometer to tell you when your at 300 degrees
What is the difference between a candy thermometer and a meat thermometer?
A candy thermometer is used to measure high temperatures for making candy, while a meat thermometer is used to measure lower temperatures for cooking meat to a safe level.
Can you use Candy thermometer in place of a meat thermometer?
No, because candy and meat thermometers are not capable of measuring ambient temperature, they must have contact with the object whose temperature it is gauging You can purchase an oven thermometer relatively cheaply at many discount retailers or cooking specialty stores.
How long does it take to make taffy?
Until candy thermometer reads 270 degrees. check for more detailed information on / at ehow.com/taffy
When was the candy thermometer invented?
now
Can a deep fryer thermometer be used as a candy thermometer?
Meat is generally cooked to under 200 degrees and candy's hard crack stage is 300-310 degrees, so the standard digital probe probably cannot handle the intense heat. And the probe wire might hit the burner. And the sugar may seal the probe beyond your ability to clean it.
