Who would ever suspect that this delicious candy is simply pure maple syrup in a more solid form?

Difficulty Level: easy      Time Required: 75 minutes

1. Boil 2 cups of pure maple syrup over very low heat without stirring.
2. Let it reach late thread stage, 233 degrees F. on a candy thermometer.
3. Allow to cool to 110 degrees F. on candy thermometer, about 1 hour, without stirring.
4. Add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
5. Beat until it until it is light in color and fluffy in texture; hard enough to hold its shape.
6. Put into forms or molds or shape into patties.
   

1. Use pure maple syrup, not imitation or maple-flavored.
2. Use a candy thermometer to judge heat.
3. This candy will dry out quickly when exposed to air. Pack in an airtight container as soon as it is cool.
   

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