Description

Kentucky Cream Pull Candy is a timeless Southern confection with roots in Appalachian kitchens and holiday gatherings. This old-fashioned vanilla candy is hand-pulled until silky, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth perfect.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

Butter a large baking sheet and set it aside. Lightly butter a spatula or spoon as well.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar fully dissolves.
Continue cooking without stirring until the mixture reaches 235°F on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage).
Remove the pan from heat and carefully stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
Pour the hot candy onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool just until it is safe to handle but still warm.
Butter your hands and begin pulling the candy, stretching and folding it repeatedly until it turns opaque and creamy white.
Roll the candy into ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces.

Notes

Pulling the candy takes 10–15 minutes. If it hardens too fast, rest it a moment to soften slightly. A drop of peppermint extract makes a festive twist.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Candy
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 pieces
Calories: 85
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Kentucky candy, pull candy, Southern dessert, hand-pulled candy, vanilla candy