Blueberry Candy Recipe

Blueberry Candy Recipe

Dolce Flav

Servings

25

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Category

Oil Soluble Blueberry Flavoring

This Blueberry Candy Recipe is a bright, fruity, and homemade version of classic hard candies. Using blueberry extract and a simple sugar-corn syrup base, these candies are cooked to the perfect hard crack stage, producing glossy, sweet treats with an authentic blueberry flavor. Perfect for candy gifts, party favors, or just a fun snack, these candies are quick to make at home. Optional blue or purple food coloring enhances the vibrant, eye-catching look, while sanding sugar can add a sparkly finish.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon blueberry extract
  • 5–10 drops blue or purple food coloring
  • Optional: sanding sugar for coating

Directions

  1. Prepare Surface: Lightly grease candy molds or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir gently over medium heat until sugar dissolves.

  3. Boil Candy: Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (149°C) on a candy thermometer (hard crack stage).

  4. Add Flavor and Color: Remove from heat and quickly stir in blueberry extract and food coloring.

  5. Pour Candy: Pour hot candy into molds or onto the prepared sheet. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into strips or breaking into pieces if using a sheet.

  6. Optional Coating: Dust lightly with sanding sugar for a sparkling effect.

  7. Cool Completely: Let candies harden at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.

  8. Store: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.