Maple Taffy on Snow

Instructions

1. 1

   Fill a large container (such as a 13 x 9-inch/33 x 23 cm pan) with compacted snow. Leave it outside, weather permitting, or put it in the freezer while the syrup is boiling.

2. 2

   Pour the maple syrup into a large pot. Place a thermometer in the centre of the pot. Bring to a boil and continue boiling until the thermometer reads 238°F (115°C), about 10 minutes. To stop it from boiling over during cooking, add a pat of butter to the syrup. Remove from the heat. Be careful, the taffy is extremely hot.

3. 3

   Test the taffy on the snow to check its consistency. If it’s too stiff, stir in a small amount of water. If it’s too runny, continue cooking.

4. 4

   With a metal spoon or ladle, pour lines of boiling syrup on the snow.

5. 5

   Let the taffy harden for a few seconds, then twirl around a spoon, fork or popsicle stick.