Description
Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese candied fruit snack featuring fresh fruits like strawberries and grapes coated in a hard sugar shell.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, grapes)
- 2 cups white granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons corn syrup
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the fruit.
- Skewer the fruit, placing 1–2 pieces per skewer.
- Prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with cold water and adding ice cubes.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water (and corn syrup if using). Heat over medium heat without stirring until the mixture reaches 300ºF (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat. Quickly dip each fruit skewer into the syrup, ensuring an even coating.
- Immediately dip the coated skewer into the ice bath to harden the sugar shell.
- Place finished skewers on parchment paper to set completely.
Notes
- Ensure fruits are completely dry to help the sugar adhere properly.
- Do not stir the sugar mixture while heating to prevent crystallization.
- Tanghulu is best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
Keywords: Tanghulu, candied fruit, Chinese snack