How to Make Candied Strawberries (Foolproof Recipe)

Fresh strawberries coated in a thin hard candy shell. Working with sugar to make candy is tricky. Achieve that hard candy shell the first time with this foolproof recipe.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh strawberries
• Wooden skewers or toothpicks
• 2 cups granulated white sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Prepare strawberries: Wash strawberries or your favorite fruit. Pat dry with paper towels. Pierce each strawberry with a wooden skewer or toothpick so they sit at the end of the stick for easy dipping. No more than three on a wooden skewer or one on a toothpick. Set aside.
2. 2Make the syrup: In a small saucepan, add sugar, water, and light corn syrup. Give it a mix until evenly combined. Heat on medium-high until the mixture reaches 305°F (hard crack) on a thermometer.
3. 3Dip: Acting quickly, dip strawberries into the syrup, one stick at a time. Tilt the pot at a slight angle so the syrup can pool to one side for easier dipping. You can also spoon the mixture over the fruit. Allow any excess syrup to drip off then transfer to parchment paper or a silicone mat. Allow spacing between the strawberries to prevent sticking. Strawberries should start to harden immediately and completely harden within 3 minutes. Best to enjoy them immediately or within 4 hours, as they will liquefy over time.