Mainstays Candy Thermometer, Clip Attachment with Easy to Read Red and Black Numbers bold display

I have used this brand of candy thermometer for years; however, mine didn't have this wonderful protective case that also doubles as a guideline for important cooking temperatures, so I just had to add this to my cooking tool collection. This is such a handy feature to remind you of important temperature standards that are typically used during candy making and chocolate tempering (listings include thread stage, soft-ball, firm-ball, hard-ball, soft-crack, hard-crack, and caramel). However, temperatures are also listed for jelly making and temperature ranges for deep frying chicken, fish, turkey, and French fries. This thermometer measures temperatures ranging from 100°F-400°F (38°C-204°C), higher than these ranges and you risk cracking the glass. There is a clip at the top that you must clip to the side of your pan, and you must make sure that the bottom of the thermometer is NOT touching the bottom of the pan – the instructions recommend placing it about 2.5 inches into what you are cooking; you want to measure the temperature of what you are cooking, not the heat of your stove. This thermometer is large and sturdy, (I have included a picture of this thermometer next to a ballpoint pen for size comparison), so also make sure that you have a pan deep enough to accommodate placement requirements. It must also be hand washed only; it is not dishwasher safe. I love using a thermometer when cooking temperature sensitive recipes. I know there are other testing methods to check for doneness, but a thermometer takes so much of the guesswork out of candy making. I have used Mainstays for years and it has served me well.

I've been wanting a new candy thermometer for awhile, while I don't use them often they are an absolute must when making any kind of candy! The cover for it is nice, I especially like the temperature chart printed on it. It also has the clip that will let it sit on the side of the pan. The numbers are big and easy to read.

I am so excited! I am finally ready to make an old favorite family recipe entitled Fool Proof Fudge! I had been wanting to make it for a very long time but kept forgetting to write down on my shopping list the candy thermometer! My old one broke during a move. Now that I have this thermometer, I want to brag about the included hard plastic cover with a temperature guideline chart. It is awesome! This cover slides over the glass portion of the thermometer protecting it from breakage. My old thermometer did not have this wonderful cover. Also, I did not realize that this thermometer could be used for testing the temperature of oil for french fries, chicken and fish. I had always used a different one that had to be hand held or I just baked the food in the oven since I am not that into frying foods. The only drawback I can think of is that this thermometer must be hand washed only. Small inconvenience considering that your food will taste so much better prepared at the correct temperature. So, I guess you are wondering how my fudge turned out? It was absolutely delicious and better than I remembered!

I am starting to make hard candies and needed a candy thermometer. I got the Mainstays Candy Thermometer. It comes with a handy little tube to protect it from breaking which has temperature guidelines printed on it and it has a convenient clip to mount the thermometer on the pan or bowl. The markings are easy to read. If you are looking for a tool for monitoring cooking temperatures, I recommend the Mainstays Candy Thermometer.

This Mainstays Candy Thermometer will help me so much now with my candy making, syrup making, cream sauces and more baking and cooking recipes that need to meet certain temperatures at some point during the process of making delicious and fun things to eat! My whole extended family loves to cook, bake and eat and during this time of a pandemic, making candy and trying new, different, challenging and interesting recipes at any time of the year seems to keep everyone doing something fun together; having a good time and happy. When making candy, the temperature can make or break your results so it's very, very important. This thermometer is well thought out with a temperature guide and instructions included both, in the thermometer itself and on the nice tubular cover that comes with it to store it in. There is a really nice adjustable clip attached so that you can clip it to the side of the pan or bowl and your hands will be free while you can still keep watch on what is going on with the temperature. The numbers are large enough to be able to read easily and the red line is thick enough to be seen even through the steam. The directions do say that for best results to submerge at least 2 and 1/4 or 2 and 1/2 inches I think. This awesome candy thermometer is made well and works perfectly. It is also very easy to clean after using. I am looking forward to getting quite a bit of use out of it and enjoying every minute of fun with it and my family and friends. I do highly recommend this thermometer and also I think it would make a cute stocking stuffer!

I have owned these before in the past and this is the best one I ever had, and I will tell you why in a minute. But first, this is a kitchen tool that no chef can do without. Not just for making candy, but getting the correct fry temperature for your oil is important too. The reason this one was so good was it has THREE things my later models did not have. #1. It has a protective plastic tube that fits over the glass thermometer to help prevent breakage. #2. On that tube is a listing of handy Temperature Guidelines for candy temperatures, french fries, jelly, etc. in both Celsius and Fahrenheit. #3 There is also a temp guide inside the thermometer in case your tube is not handy. #4. There is a nice clip on top which doubles as a way to secure the protective tube, or so you can secure it to the side of your cooking pot instead of holding it in the liquid till it reaches the correct temperature. Great tool. I would have given it five stars, but mine came with a defective flaw on the paper card guideline which is inside at the 250 degree area. Not that this will affect the performance of the tool at all, but it should not have gotten past quality control and shipped out by the manufacturer.

Full Transparency: DOLZ has only ever made candied lemons once and didn't use a thermometer This thermometer worked well. I followed the instructions from a fudge recipes to bring liquid to the proper heating temperature. I didn't understand the plastic sleeve, at first. but then I dawned on me that it is for protective storage of the thermometer when it isn't being used. I like that the sleeve provides guidelines. I can make home made French fries now. RECOMMENDATION: The Mainstays Candy Thermometer is a good tool to have in the kitchen for more than just making candy.

I was happy to use this candy deep fry thermometer when making chocolate covered strawberries. I usually guess at the approximate temperature but now I knew it was correct. Accurate and easy to use.

Clear readings, seems accurate. Be careful with candy, it's like lava when it's cooking. I look forward to using this to fry as well. If you are a pro, this thermometer might be too basic for you. If your an occasional cook or baker, this will be just fine.

The AcuRite 00723W 2pc Deep Fry & Candy Thermometer Set is an inexpensive kitchen tool that can be useful to the novice or expert cook. The thermometer clips to the side of the cooking vessel, deep fryer, pot or saucepan.The measures are marked between 100 and 400 degrees Fahrenheit (38 and 204 degrees Celsius) on the tool. After testing the thermometer in boiling water, putting in place all the precautions, the AcuRite 00723W 2pc Deep Fry & Candy Thermometer Set failed miserably. The inside of the glass was filled with water vapor making visibility difficult and the temperature did not rise to the expected 212 degrees Fahrenheit, the red line did not move within five minutes. A second test was performed on a different day. Unfortunately the results were similar, rendering the tool useless. I was so looking forward to using the AcuRite 00723W 2pc Deep Fry & Candy to make candied nuts and peanut brittle. This kitchen set is an inexpensive investment for a kitchen tool that unfortunately did not work as expected. I will buy a second one. I need this tool. Warnings are printed inside the tool. Do follow all guidelines. Do not use in oven nor submerge in water. Hand wash and do not let tip of the tool touch bottom of the pan. Do not wipe nor handle hot thermometer with a wet cloth and other warnings vital to accurate readings and overall personal safety.