Chocolate Taffy

Indulge your sweet tooth with homemade chocolate taffy—a luxurious, chewy treat bursting with deep cocoa flavor and a hint of vanilla. This recipe combines pantry staples like granulated sugar, corn syrup, and unsweetened cocoa powder with velvety heavy cream and rich butter to create a decadent candy that's perfect for gifting or savoring at home. The hands-on process of pulling the taffy until glossy doubles as a fun kitchen activity, while the end result delivers a nostalgic, old-fashioned charm wrapped in every bite. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this small-batch recipe yields 24 pieces of perfectly chewy chocolate taffy that can be stored for up to two weeks—if they last that long!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Corn syrup
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly with butter or nonstick spray. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, unsweetened cocoa powder, heavy cream, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue to stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 4

Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Increase the heat slightly and allow the mixture to come to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Cook the mixture until it reaches 250°F (121°C) on the candy thermometer, also known as the hard-ball stage. This will take approximately 15-20 minutes.

Step 6

Once the desired temperature is reached, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 7

Pour the hot mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a heat-resistant spatula. Let it cool slightly until it is warm but touch-safe, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 8

Once cooled enough to handle, butter your hands lightly to prevent sticking. Remove the taffy from the dish and begin to pull it. Stretch and fold the taffy repeatedly for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes glossy and firm.

Step 9

Roll the taffy into a long rope and cut it into bite-sized pieces using buttered scissors or a sharp knife.

Step 10

Wrap each taffy piece in wax paper to prevent sticking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(633.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2173.6

Total Fat 92.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 242mg	0%
Sodium 753.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 360.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 324.6g
Protein 12.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.8mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 921.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 62.0%