Tanghulu
Tanghulu is a delightful candy-coated fruit treat that brings the vibrant flavors of Chinese street food right to your home. This easy-to-make dessert features juicy fruits encased in a crunchy hard sugar shell, making it perfect for parties, family gatherings, or as a fun snack. With its playful presentation on skewers and customizable nature, tanghulu will impress guests of all ages. Choose your favorite fruits—strawberries, grapes, or apples—and watch as they transform into a beautiful and delicious treat that’s sure to satisfy sweet cravings!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 lb strawberries or other fruit of choice
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry your selected fruit.
- Skewer the fruit onto bamboo sticks, placing 1-3 pieces per skewer.
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Monitor the temperature with a candy thermometer until it reaches 300°F (approximately 5-10 minutes).
- Quickly dip each skewer into the hot sugar mixture for even coating.
- Place coated skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow the sugar coating to harden before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://chadrecipes.com/tanghulu/