Sugar-free hard candies at home

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   In a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan, cover the herbs and spices with boiling water. You can choose any herbs and spices you like — rosehips, sage, and thyme also work well for these candies. Simmer over low heat for about 7 minutes. Take it off the heat, cover, and let it steep for half an hour.

2. Step 2:

   

   Then strain the resulting infusion.

3. Step 3:

   

   Add the honey, stir well, and set it over medium heat. Choose fragrant, natural honey for the candies — that's what makes them so tasty! Once the mixture comes to a boil, lower the heat to the minimum. Cook the syrup for half an hour, stirring occasionally.

4. Step 4:

   

   After half an hour the syrup will start to thicken and bubble vigorously. Be careful — stir gently, since the mixture is very hot. Cook for another 5–10 minutes.

5. Step 5:

   

   Grease a silicone mold with vegetable oil so the candies pop out easily.

6. Step 6:

   

   To check whether the caramel is ready, put a glass in the freezer for 15–20 minutes, then drop a bit of caramel onto its surface; if it doesn't run and it sets, you can pour it into the mold.

7. Step 7:

   

   Pour the caramel into the mold and leave it to set for half an hour. If the candies are hard to remove, put them in the freezer for 10–15 minutes. In a dry jar, mix equal parts cornstarch and powdered sugar and put the candies in it. Store the candies this way in a cool, dry place. The homemade sugar-free candies are ready — enjoy!