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Kool-Aid Licorice Ropes - A Tasty Twist on a Classic Treat
Maya Bennett

Kool-Aid Licorice Ropes

A chewy, customizable snack combining sweetened condensed milk, Kool-Aid, and licorice extract. Perfectly balances tangy fruitiness and earthy notes. Vegan-friendly and alcohol-free alternatives provided.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter or coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup honey (agave syrup for vegan)
  • 1 cup cane sugar
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (plant-based option)
  • 2 cups flour (almond or coconut for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon licorice extract
  • 1 packet Kool-Aid powder (any flavor)
  • 1/4 cup beetroot juice (optional for color)

Method
 

  1. Melt butter/oil and honey in a saucepan over low heat
  2. Add condensed milk, sugar, and salt; stir until smooth
  3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat
  4. Stir in licorice extract, Kool-Aid powder, and beetroot juice
  5. Cool mixture briefly, transfer to parchment paper
  6. Roll tight ropes, cut into 1½" pieces, and wrap individually

Notes

Use coconut oil for dairy-free version
Agave syrup ensures vegan compliance
Kool-Aid flavors can be seasonal (pumpkin spice, watermelon)
Chill dough on ice to maintain shape
Store wrapped ropes at room temperature for 1 week