What is Candy Glass?
Candy Glass is a sheet of clear material that is formed by pouring heated sugar syrup into the mold. It does not cause terribly attractive candies, because it lacks a distinctive taste other than sweetness and sometimes used in decorations and candy displays. Candy glass was historically used for pieces in which people needed to break windows. It is relatively easy to produce candy glass at home if you have a robust pot and candy thermometer.
Sugar is a very interesting substance, especially when heated. By heating sugar and mixing with different ingredients, people can change their chemical structure and create a wide range of shapes and textures. Some extremely talented confectionery manufacturers can actually blow sugar syrups such as glass, blown glass. Sugar can be created in bowls, cups and assortment of other forms. These techniques require advanced skills, but candy glass is relatively easy.
in the movies is Candy Glass E Excellent Stand-in for the window because it is clear and breaksis just like a real window. However, the edges are much less sharp, so it is safer to work on a candy than real glass. Candy Glass can also be colored dyes to form a replica of the stained glass window. The main drawback of confectionery is that it tends to deform in a warm or humid environment and as a result it is necessary to use it quickly.
If you want to make candies, heat three and a half cups of sugar, two cups of water, one corn syrup and a quarter of a teaspoon of Tartar in a heavy pot until they cook. When it reaches a boiling point, most of the water disappears and creates a very thick syrup. Continue to cook the syrup until it reaches 300 degrees Fahrenheit (148 degrees Celsius) and then pour it into a mold. Be aware that candy glass is fragile, so it's not a good idea to make one sheet and try to cut it.
As soon as the candy has solidified and cooled, it should be used as quickly as possible. BudE attract ants and other insects and will be subject to melting in even slight conditions. If you need a glass facsimile for something like a festive display, you may want to consider more durable alternatives to the Candy glass, unless you know the display will be kept cool.