Portuguese Burnt Sugar Candy

Recipe View 2 mins In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and apple cider vinegar. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Bring the mixture to a vigorous, rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves completely. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 14 mins Once boiling, cease stirring and continue to cook until the mixture transforms into a deep amber or golden-brown hue. Use a candy thermometer to monitor, aiming for 300°F (149°C). This may take approximately 12-15 minutes, so be patient and watch carefully to avoid burning.

Recipe View 1 mins Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately. Carefully pour the molten candy onto two well-buttered plates or a silicone baking mat. (1 minute)

Recipe View 6 mins Allow the candy to cool slightly until it's pliable enough to handle but not completely hardened. (About 5-7 minutes).

Recipe View 10 mins Using buttered kitchen scissors or gloved hands, gently pull and stretch the candy from the edges of the plates. Form into long ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces, twisting each piece as you go. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Let the candies cool completely on a non-stick surface before storing them in an airtight container. (30 minutes)