General Description: Maple candy in the shape of falling leaves is a tasty reminder of autumn. Little more than maple syrup cooked down to its sugary essence, this candy has been made since the colonial days in North America. It is still a popular holiday gift from maple-producing areas in North America, such as Vermont, Wisconsin, and Quebec.
History: When British and French colonists settled the eastern coast of North America, Native Americans introduced them to a sweet syrup derived from the sap of the maple trees native to the region. It is not surprising that they soon used this cheap, local substitute for sugar to make a version of sugar candy. A common
wintertime activity is making Jack wax or sugar on snow: pouring hot maple syrup on snow and eating the instantly frozen pieces.
Serving Suggestions: This is the perfect recipe for candy molds in the shape of leaves, acorns, or other fall-themed objects. Boxes of homemade maple candy are a fitting autumn gift.
Candy-Making Notes: Be sure to use real maple syrup, not imitation “mapleflavored” syrup. Maple syrup comes in several grades. In the United States, it comes in grades A and B, whereas in Canada it comes in grades #1 to #3. Grades A and #1 are the mildest and work best for a light, delicate candy. Use a higher grade if you want a stronger maple flavor.
History: When British and French colonists settled the eastern coast of North America, Native Americans introduced them to a sweet syrup derived from the sap of the maple trees native to the region. It is not surprising that they soon used this cheap, local substitute for sugar to make a version of sugar candy. A common
wintertime activity is making Jack wax or sugar on snow: pouring hot maple syrup on snow and eating the instantly frozen pieces.
Serving Suggestions: This is the perfect recipe for candy molds in the shape of leaves, acorns, or other fall-themed objects. Boxes of homemade maple candy are a fitting autumn gift.
Candy-Making Notes: Be sure to use real maple syrup, not imitation “mapleflavored” syrup. Maple syrup comes in several grades. In the United States, it comes in grades A and B, whereas in Canada it comes in grades #1 to #3. Grades A and #1 are the mildest and work best for a light, delicate candy. Use a higher grade if you want a stronger maple flavor.
