Chocolate candy making is my absolute favorite. Chocolate candy, with or without pecans, is just a chunk of heaven. I don’t have a chocolate candy recipe in the links because the very best one is the only one as far as I’m concerned. And here it is.
3 cups of sugar
1/2 cup of cocoa
1 1/2 cups of milk
one stick of butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
Combine dry ingredients. Gradually add milk until well blended. Cook over medium-high heat until the candy reaches the soft ball stage. Remove from heat, add butter and vanilla, and stir until your arm drops off or until the candy stiffens whichever comes first. If you wish to add a half cup of pecans, add them in before the candy gets too firm. Pour the candy onto a well-buttered platter and you’re done with chocolate candy making. Try to wait for it to harden before you eat it.
