Description
Strawberry Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese snack made by coating fresh strawberries in a glassy, crunchy sugar shell. With a striking glossy look and satisfying texture, it’s an irresistible sweet treat that’s both simple and stunning to make at home.
Ingredients
10–12 fresh strawberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon light corn syrup (optional)
sesame seeds or edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Insert wooden skewers through the base of each berry.
2. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and place near your stove.
3. In a heavy-bottom saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat on medium without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
4. Remove from heat and quickly dip each skewered strawberry into the syrup, turning to coat evenly.
5. Place dipped strawberries on prepared surface and let cool for 10–15 minutes.
6. Enjoy immediately for best texture.
Notes
Strawberries must be dry to ensure the sugar adheres.
Avoid refrigerating finished Tanghulu as moisture ruins the sugar shell.
Use a candy thermometer to ensure perfect results.
Works well with other firm fruits like grapes or apples.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tanghulu, strawberry snack, candied fruit