Valentine’s Strawberry Tanghulu

If you’ve never tried tanghulu, get ready to fall in love with it because these glossy, candy-coated strawberries are pure magic. With a shatteringly crisp sugar shell and juicy fruit inside, they’re the kind of treat that’s equal parts fun, nostalgic, and totally stunning.

Strawberry tanghulu is a playful way to serve something sweet on Valentine’s Day. It’s quick to make, surprisingly simple, and gives major visual impact. Whether you’re setting up a little dessert tray or handing them out as edible valentines, they’ll definitely grab attention.

Helpful Tips

• Use dry strawberries: Moisture keeps the sugar from sticking. Make sure they’re completely dry before dipping.
• Watch the sugar temp: Use a candy thermometer and wait until it hits 300°F — that’s when it turns into that perfect glassy shell.
• Ice water is key: Dipping the skewers in ice water right after coating helps harden the sugar instantly and keeps the finish clean.

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Strawberry Tanghulu

If you’ve never tried tanghulu, get ready to fall in love with it because these glossy, candy-coated strawberries are pure magic.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 4 Skewers

Calories 214 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 10-12 large fresh strawberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• ice cubes
• wooden skewers

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Instructions

 

• Wash and dry the strawberries, leaving the stems intact. Skewer 2-3 strawberries on each wooden skewer.
• In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer (hard crack stage).
• Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
• Prepare a bowl filled with ice water.
• Dip each skewered strawberry into the hot sugar mixture, coating it thoroughly. Allow any excess sugar to drip off.
• Immediately dip the coated strawberries into the ice water bath to cool and harden the sugar coating. Remove and pat dry.
• Serve the strawberry tangulu skewers chilled and crispy, as a delicious and unique treat. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 1gSugar: 53gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.3mg

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