Try this homemade Salt Water Taffy recipe the whole family will love. Made with sugar, water, starch and salt. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Salt Water Taffy relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as karo (red label), granulated sugar, mazola and desired flavoring. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 464 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026