Classic Vanilla Taffy

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch.

2. 2

   Stir in the corn syrup, water, butter, and salt.

3. 3

   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.

4. 4

   Stop stirring and allow the mixture to cook until it reaches 260°F (hard ball stage) on a candy thermometer.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

6. 6

   Pour the mixture onto a greased marble slab or a large, greased baking sheet.

7. 7

   Allow it to cool slightly until it is cool enough to handle.

8. 8

   Grease your hands with butter and begin pulling the taffy by stretching and folding it back onto itself until it becomes light in color and firm.

9. 9

   Once the desired consistency is reached, roll the taffy into a long rope and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

10. 10

    Wrap each piece in wax paper to prevent sticking.