Temperatures
Miscellaneous
| Temperature °F | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 145-155 | Reheat temperature | Set oven temperature to 275 |
| 350 | Butter burns | - |
| 365 | Oil sauté | Mushrooms, onion, etc. |
| 365 | Oil fry | Onion rings |
| 450 | Clarified butter burns | - |
Sugar Stages
| Temperature °F | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 235-240 | Soft-Ball Stage | Fudge, pralines, fondant |
| 245-250 | Firm-Ball Stage | Caramels |
| 250-265 | Hard-Ball Stage | Nougat, marshmallows, gummies, divinity, and rock candy |
| 270-290 | Soft-Crack Stage | Saltwater taffy, butterscotch |
| 300-310 | Hard-Crack Stage | Toffee, nut brittles, lollipops |