Macro close-up of jagged red homemade cinnamon rock candy shards dusted with sugar

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Spicy Homemade Cinnamon Rock Candy Recipe

There is a special kind of magic found in a batch of homemade cinnamon rock candy. This fiery, ruby-red treat captures the essence of childhood holidays.

Key Ingredients

• 2 cups granulated white sugar

• 2/3 cup light corn syrup

• 3/4 cup water

• 1 teaspoon red food coloring (liquid or gel)

• 1 to 2 teaspoons cinnamon flavoring oil (use oil, not extract, for potency)

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar), for dusting

• Non-stick cooking spray or neutral oil

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