If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, you likely have fond memories of mixing up Kool-Aid on a sweltering summer day. I still remember our neighbor, who would gulp down his red Kool-Aid in just two sips, leaving him with a bright red mustache for hours. It was both amusing and a bit annoying at the same time!
Fast forward to today, I hadn’t made Kool-Aid in ages until my daughter shared a TikTok video featuring a recipe for Kool-Aid candy made with corn syrup. Instantly, nostalgia hit me hard. It had been years since I last had a glass of Kool-Aid, and my teenage kids had never even tried it!
So, off we went to the store to grab some Kool-Aid because my daughter was eager to try making the candy. Honestly, I was curious to see if the candy would turn out as great as it looked in the video. My kids have a sweet tooth, but their preference leans toward chewy, fruity candies rather than chocolate. They’d choose a slushie over ice cream and would rather have a Ring Pop than cake or pie.
It’s a puzzling taste bud mystery to me, especially when I see them pick Nerds at the movies instead of classic options like Junior Mints or Snickers. But when they learned they could make chewy, fruity candy at home with just two ingredients, they were thrilled!
Despite my love for chocolate, making this candy was surprisingly fun, and I enjoyed watching my kids get excited about it. Here’s how you can do it: take an empty bottle, fill it with corn syrup and one packet of Kool-Aid (a tip: do this over the sink to avoid a mess), then store it upside down in your freezer. Simple, right?
After a few hours, you squeeze the bottle, and out comes a firm candy that you can easily bite off. It never actually freezes solid, maintaining the perfect consistency for a quick treat whenever you’re craving something sweet.
I know the idea of biting into something so cold and sugary might make your teeth ache just thinking about it, but I gave it a try, and even though fruity candy isn’t my usual preference, it was surprisingly delicious. If kids are going to indulge in candies that contain corn syrup and artificial colors, why not let them create their own?
We experimented with different flavors like black cherry, blue raspberry lemonade, and green apple, and cherry was declared the favorite! This has been a fun experiment and a great summer treat for the kids. Plus, it was easy, cheap, and not too messy, which is a refreshing change from most activities these days.
The best part? They can whip up an entire bottle of candy themselves, which I secretly wished for as a child. Back then, I had to save my allowance to buy sweet treats since my parents weren’t keen on those sugary snacks.
If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with your kids during these last few days of summer, definitely give this a try. If fruity candy is your thing, you’ll love it! Just be sure to keep it hidden from the kids; otherwise, you might find yourself with a child sporting a colorful tongue after they devour an entire bottle while you’re in the shower!
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In summary, making Kool-Aid candy is a delightful and simple activity that brings back nostalgic memories while creating new ones for your family. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the last days of summer with your kids, ensuring they have a tasty treat to savor!