Can one use it for candy making?
1130219
I've used it for making caramel multiple times. Most of the time when making caramel/cooked sugar, I don't have enough in the pot to be deep enough for a standard candy thermometer, but the thermapen only needs the very tip to be submerged to take an accurate reading, so it has worked for me. I will note that I usually have a time of it afterward getting the sugar off the probe, but I think this would be true for most thermometers
1130220
Yes, I just used it for making peanut brittle. Be sure to wipe the tip off before the mixture hardens on it.
1130221
Yes, but you probably wouldn't want to. It's for spot checking the temp. Candy making requires you to continuously monitor the temp until you reach a certain point. Candy thermometers can be clipped onto the side of the pan, this one can't
1130222
If you just stick the probe in the mixture for quick check, I guess, but the old fashioned candy thermometer that clips on the pot is best and it's hands-free.
1015762
I have never tried to do that.it can be cut, so I don't see why it wouldn't hurt to try it. Just remember to refrigerate and keep it cold,cuz it is sugar and holding on to it will melt. Good luck!
2012959
Don't see why you couldn't, I'm merely saying that they were originally designed for candy mixes. There are a bunch of stevia flavoring extracts you can buy that will provide 80-120 uses. These small drams will probably proved 25-35 uses.
1217439
Yes you can. Just make sure you do not over fill. I use mine to make anything "bready".
1068986
I cannot answer your question about whether these can be used in making sugar work or caramel toffee. Sorry.
1637985
Well, my husband has been using it to test the water in our fish tank and it has been very accurate, so I don't see why not. I just wouldn't leave it to sit in the boiling water since it's an instant read thermometer instead. If you are looking to make candy/ caramelize sugar and you need to constantly gauge the temperature I would suggest getting a candy thermometer that hooks to the side of the pot and stays there.
1747840
I don't think so - you'd want a finer mesh. I use a small sieve. This is really for salt or possibly granulated sugar.
2246105
Yes as long as it is hard candy. Like too round discs of cinnamon candy or hard peppermint candy. For some reason I found hard candy working better then the floss sugar. You can even use Life Saves which work great and with those you can use 3 even of different flavors , but all round candy can't be used. Must be like a disc and must be solid hard candy. The cinnamon was really great as was the peppermint.
428326
I use mine for spritz cookies..I was able to make a few..Just not that good at it..
717891
If you REALLY want one then yes. If you just want the cotton candy for a party-- I would buy it in the bag already made. It takes forever to make a small ball
1328911
I would think so. When I used it I made the candies using a block of chocolate bark, stuff you use for Christmas cookies. I hope this was helpful
152021
I wouldn't. I didn't find it to be all that accurate or sturdy. If you are making candy, get a candy thermometer otherwise I recommend one of the instant insertion thermometers bakers use.
842366
We use this as a tea. I don't know much about candy making but it might work. I would think that an artificial flavor would most likely be stronger tasting as this is 100% natural. This product does contain 25% alcohol.
1475605
I've found I can make a couple of cones and then I have to clean the candy build up. I can do about 15 in an hour that way. I make the. In advance if I need very many, but def not a large production machine.
1708853
I think it to small to make a cake. I think it good for chocolate. I use it for making soap and lotion bar with no problem.
1581258
I'm not sure about that. I don't cook or make candy like that. We only use them to soak tooth picks and things in.
1124986
I would guess you can, though I have not tried it. Only use mine for pizza.My suggestion would be to check with the manufacturer - they have a pretty good website.