What is the recipe for dragon’s beard candy?To prepare her dragon’s beard candy, Dutta told Fox News Digital that she combined sugar, corn syrup, vinegar and water in a medium-sized pot.She recommended the following measurements:Dutta then whisked the ingredients together and heated the pot on the stove.She inserted a candy thermometer into the pot and waited for it to reach the hard-ball stage, which falls between 250 F and 265 F.Once the syrup reaches the right temperature, it’s poured onto a flat, cornstarch-covered surface and allowed to cool slightly.Once the mixture cools, the syrup must be pulled and stretched repeatedly to create fine strands.These strands are then twisted and folded to form multiple layers.After the syrup has been stretched into fine strands and twisted into multiple layers, it should be coated with a dusting cornstarch to prevent sticking.Once coated, the candy can be cut into bite-sized pieces and served immediately or stored in an airtight container for later enjoyment.With patience and practice, virtually anyone can master the art of creating this historic treat.
