You use hard candy in a cotton candy machine by placing pieces of the candy directly into the extractor head, located in the center of the machine's bowl. As the machine heats up and the head spins, the hard candy melts and is spun out into a web of cotton candy, ready to be collected on a cone.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
- Prepare the Machine: Ensure your cotton candy machine is clean and properly assembled.
- Power On: Turn the machine on and allow it to heat up according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes a few minutes.
- Add the Hard Candy: Place broken pieces of hard candy or small, individually wrapped candies into the center extractor head. Avoid overfilling.
- Spinning Process: As the head rotates and heats, the hard candy will melt and be forced through tiny holes, creating the cotton candy strands.
- Collect the Candy: Use a paper cone or stick to gather the cotton candy as it forms around the bowl. Rotate the cone to collect the strands.
- Enjoy: Once you have a good-sized ball of cotton candy, enjoy!
- Repeat: Continue adding more hard candy as needed.
Important Considerations:
- Type of Candy: Use hard candies without fillings. Candies with sticky centers or chewy textures will not work well and may damage the machine.
- Size of Candy Pieces: Break larger candies into smaller pieces to ensure they melt evenly.
- Cleaning: Clean the machine after each use to prevent sugar buildup. Follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions.
- Safety: Always supervise children when using a cotton candy machine.
