Homemade Microwave Candy Corn Taffy

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I had never made homemade taffy before, because it seemed like such a long and complicated process. But recently, I accidentally discovered a super simple mock taffy recipe- and it is made in the microwave! It really can’t get much easier than that. Yes I am serious, no boiling corn syrup, no kneading for hours (it seems like), and no extreme messes.

I was trying to make a homemade candy corn fudge, and somehow ended up with a new taffy recipe. Oh well, my mistake is your gain! The family absolutely loved it, even the ones who don’t usually like candy corn. This makes a very big batch, so wrap them up in wax paper, and you will have taffy for all of October. Get the easy recipe below!

Microwave Candy Corn Taffy:

The Ingredients:

  • ½ Cup Candy Corn
  • 12 oz White Chocolate Chips
  • 15 Large Marshmallows
  • 1 Cup Frosting (2 C. Powdered Sugar and ¼ Cup Heavy Cream)
  • Powdered Sugar

The Directions:

  • In a heatproof bowl, microwave the candy corn until just starting to melt.
  • Add in the white chocolate chips and continue to microwave until soft.
  • Place the marshmallows on top of the mixture, and microwave once more until they are puffed.
  • Place the mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer, and beat until room temperature.
  • In a small bowl, make a batch of thick frosting with about 2 cups of powdered sugar and ¼ cup of heavy cream.
  • Add the frosting into the candy corn mixture and beat until the taffy lightens in color and starts to lose its gloss.
  • Add in more powdered sugar ¼ cup at a time until you can touch the taffy and it does not stick to your hand (about ¾ cup).
  • Sprinkle powdered sugar over a large piece of wax paper, and place the taffy on top to rest for a few minutes.
  • Divide the taffy into four pieces, and start pulling and folding it, coating your hands in powdered sugar as needed to avoid sticking.
  • Roll out the taffy into thin logs and cut into small pieces.
  • Wrap the individual pieces of taffy in small pieces of wax paper and twist the ends.
  • Enjoy!

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