A traditional Chinese street food snack of hardened sugar-coated fruit. This modern version uses strawberries for a sweet and crunchy treat that has become a viral sensation.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Skills Required
Candy Making
Ingredients & Nutrition
400 kcal
Calories
1g
Protein
0g
Fat
100g
Carbs
2g
Fiber
98g
Sugar
5mg
Sodium
- 12, large Strawberries
- 2 cups Sugar
- 1 cup Water
Equipment Needed
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Use other fruits like grapes, orange segments, or kiwi.
- Add a few drops of red food coloring to the syrup for a vibrant color.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds immediately after dipping.
- For a tangy twist, use hawthorn berries, the traditional fruit.
Instructions:
1. Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries, leaving the stems on. Thread 2-3 strawberries onto each skewer.
2. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
3. Once boiling, stop stirring. Let the syrup cook until it reaches the hard-crack stage, 300-310°F (150-155°C). The syrup should be lightly golden.
4. Working quickly, carefully dip each strawberry skewer into the hot syrup, tilting the pan to coat them completely.
5. Place the coated skewers on a sheet of parchment paper to cool and harden.
6. The sugar coating should be hard and crunchy within a few minutes. Serve immediately.