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I love seafoam candy. When we take a trip to the beach, I always have to stop at The Chocolate Frog to get some. It’s a real treat! But who knew it was so easy to make!
What is Seafoam Candy?
Seafoam candy is like a toffee. White and brown sugar is boiled until bubbles form, then spread out to cool. There are bubbles in the candy that gives it the name, seafoam. Topping it with chocolate just makes it even better!
Making the Candy
In a heavy saucepan, melt the sugars with the corn syrup.
Using a candy thermometer, bring the temperature up to 285 degrees.
When it reaches temperature, remove from the heat and gently stir in sifted baking soda. It’s important to sift it first to remove all the lumps and bumps. Don’t stir too hard, you’ll pop the bubbles. You want it to bubble up!
Pour it into a lightly oil pan and let it cool until it’s hard to the touch.
Using a glass dish, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave on high,
taking it out every 30 seconds to stir with a rubber spatula. Be careful not to get any moisture in it. If any moisture at all gets in, the chocolate will seize and not spread smoothly.
Once it’s melted, spread it out on top and down the sides of the cooled toffee.
Allow it all to cool completely.
Once it’s all solidified, break it into pieces and store in an airtight container in a dry place.
I’m not sure how long it will last – we ate it all within a couple weeks.
© Copyright 2024 The Lazy Gastronome
A bubbly, sugary toffee covered with chocolate
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons baking soda - sifted
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
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In a heavy saucepan, melt the sugars with the corn syrup.
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Using a candy thermometer, bring the temperature up to 285 degrees.
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When it reaches temperature, remove from the heat and gently stir in sifted baking soda. It's important to sift it first to remove all the lumps and bumps. Don't stir too hard, you'll pop the bubbles. You want it to bubble up!
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Pour it into a lightly oiled 9X13 pan and let it cool until it's hard to the touch.
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Using a glass dish, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave on high, taking it out every 30 seconds to stir with a rubber spatula. Be careful not to get any moisture in it. If any moisture at all gets in, the chocolate will seize and not spread smoothly.
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Once it's melted, spread it out on top and down the sides of the cooled toffee.
Allow it all to cool completely.
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Once it's all solidified, break it into pieces and store in an airtight container in a dry place.
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I'm not sure how long it will last - we ate it all within a couple weeks.Â
© Copyright 2024 The Lazy Gastronome
Seafoam or as we know it ‘crunchies’ is super delicious. Takes me back to my childhood.
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Oh, this brings back memories. My mom loved seafoam candy, and if she ever found it at a candy store, she’d pick some up. Pinning to save and share! Thank you for sharing this post at the Will Blog for Comments #23 linkup. Hope to see you there next week, too!
This reminds me of crunchies which I loved as a child. Can’t wait to try it!
I never heard of this candy but you can be sure it will become a household word thanks to your introduction.
Yum! Your Chocolate Covered Seafoam Candy is so good! The crunchy seafoam with chocolate is a delicious combo. Thanks for sharing this sweet treat!
What a delicious sweet treat this is – I can imagine what a great hostess gift this would make too. I think I might have to make a double batch though… I couldn’t resist it.
Yummy recipe – thank you!
This crunchy dessert is amazing! The crispiness of the candy pairs so well with the creaminess of the chocolate. It’s one of my new favorite treats!
I just love seafoam candy, but never ate it with a chocolate cover before. But now it’s my new favorite, so delicious!
This candy is so good! I loved making it, and it brought back very fond childhood memories! Thank you!
I love seafoam candy and can’t wait to make it using your recipe!
It’s SO easy!! My favorite candy!
Chocolate covered seafoam candy is dessert lovers dream. I need to try this my kids will love it.
This is something new to me…but totally loved the idea…going to try this for my kids