How to Make Hard Cinnamon Candy

Cinnamon is a popular candy flavoring.

Cinnamon oil is obtained from the leaves and bark of the cinnamon tree. It is ideal for use in small applications, such as making hard cinnamon candy, but also as a room freshener and even as an mosquito repellant, according to the Organic Facts website.

Things You'll Need

• 2 ¾ cups of sugar
• ¾ cup water
• ¾ cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon red food coloring
• 2 to 4 drops of cinnamon oil
• Greased pan
• Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Combine the sugar, water, corn syrup and food coloring in a pot and set over high heat until the mixture begins to boil. Reduce the heat to medium high.

2. Let the mixture heat for 15 to 20 minutes. It should begin to turn brown. Remove from heat.

3. Add the oil of cinnamon and food coloring, stirring slowly.

4. Pour the mixture onto a well-greased pan.

5. Allow the mixture to cool, then sprinkle powder sugar over it and break or cut it into pieces.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful when removing the candy from the stove into the pan. It is very hot.

• Cinnamon oil can cause irritation and allergic reactions.

References

• Organic Facts: Health Benefits of Cinnamon Oil