Dalgona Candy Recipe (Squid Game Candy)
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How to Make Dalgona Candy from Squid Game: Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe

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Recreate the iconic Dalgona Candy from Netflix’s hit series Squid Game with this easy 2-ingredient recipe! This traditional Korean treat, made with sugar and baking soda, became a global sensation thanks to the intense candy-cutting challenge featured in the show. Perfect for snacks or desserts, Dalgona Candy is quick, budget-friendly, and fun to make at home. Impress your family and friends by adding your favorite shapes to this nostalgic treat and challenge them to cut them out without cracking. Follow our step-by-step instructions to bring a taste of Squid Game to your kitchen!”

Dalgona Candy Recipe (Squid Game Candy)

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Ingredients
  

2 tablespoons sugar

A pinch of baking soda

Instructions
 

  • Heat the sugar in a small non-stick pan or ladle over low heat, stirring constantly with a skewer or chopstick until fully melted and golden.
  • Remove from heat and quickly mix in a pinch of baking soda. Stir until the mixture foams and turns light golden.
  • Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined surface or silicone mat.
  • Press the candy flat using a greased plate or spatula.
  • Use a cookie cutter to press your desired shape (star, circle, umbrella, etc.) into the candy before it hardens—just like in Squid Game!
  • Let it cool, then try the fun challenge of cutting out the shape without breaking the candy.

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