JudyAZ posted 04-11-98 Round cream-style candies 1 cup maple sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup water 1/4 tsp almond extract Walnut meats Cook sugars and water together to 240° (soft-ball stage), add almond extract. Cool to lukewarm then beat vigorously until creamy-firm. Knead on cold, smooth surface (marble candy board or use a cookie sheet) until smooth. Form into small balls, press walnut half into each.