Tanghulu
Tanghulu is a delightful and visually stunning treat that brings the essence of Chinese street food right to your home. This crunchy candied fruit, often made with strawberries, grapes, or apples, offers a burst of sweetness that appeals to both kids and adults. With just three main ingredients and minimal preparation time, tanghulu is perfect for parties, picnics, or as a fun family project. The hard sugar coating creates a satisfying crunch, making each bite an enjoyable experience. Impress your friends and family with this simple yet impressive dessert that’s sure to be a hit on any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings (6 skewers) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 lb strawberries or other fruit of choice
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry your chosen fruit. Skewer 1-3 pieces per bamboo skewer.
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil over medium-high heat until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage), about 5-10 minutes.
- Dip each fruit skewer into the hot sugar syrup to coat thoroughly. Allow excess syrup to drip off.
- Place the coated skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool until the sugar coating hardens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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