Candy Experiments: Candy Cane Countdown #2: Mutant Candy Canes

A candy cane doesn't start out as a cane. It starts out as a straight candy cane that's bent into shape while it's still warm. * You too can form candy canes into funny shapes. Here's how:

1. Preheat your oven to 250 F and line a baking sheet with tinfoil.
2. Fold a square of tinfoil into a rectangular strip about 3 inches wide (i.e. wider than the candy cane.) Then fold it into an interesting shape, like a zigzag, an S-curve, a bowl, or anything you like.
3. Place your unwrapped candy cane on top of the foil shape, put it on the pan, and heat in the oven for 5-10 minutes.** Check frequently until the candy cane has softens and sinks onto the mold.

Did you make a mutant candy cane?