To make homemade candy canes, start by assembling your ingredients and supplies. You will need:
21 oz (3 cups) granulated sugar
11 oz (1 cup) light corn syrup
2 oz (1/4 cup) water
1 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
Red food coloring (gel coloring recommended)
White food coloring (optional, gel coloring recommended)
Food-safe plastic gloves