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Rock Candy Sugar-Coated Strawberries Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Rock Candy Sugar-Coated Strawberries are a vibrant and delightful treat featuring fresh strawberries coated in a crunchy, colorful rock candy and granulated sugar mixture. Perfect for parties, snacks, or adding a sweet, decorative touch to dessert tables, these strawberries combine the natural juiciness of fresh fruit with a sparkling, sweet coating that sets to a crunchy finish.

Ingredients

Scale

Strawberries

  • 1 pint fresh strawberries (about 12-16 strawberries)

Coating

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup rock candy (in various colors, crushed or in small pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for added flavor)

Tools

  • Wooden skewers or toothpicks (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly, making sure there is no excess water on the surface to ensure the sugar mixture adheres well. Leave the green stems intact for easier handling during dipping.
  2. Crush the Rock Candy: If the rock candy pieces are large, crush them into smaller bits by placing the candy in a resealable bag and gently pounding with a rolling pin or using a food processor. Aim for small pieces that will coat the strawberries evenly without turning into powder.
  3. Prepare the Sugar Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine granulated sugar and the crushed rock candy. Stir well to mix colors uniformly, or keep colors separate if you desire multi-colored layers on the strawberries.
  4. Coat the Strawberries: Optionally, insert a wooden skewer or toothpick into the stem of each strawberry to make dipping easier. Dip each strawberry lightly into the water (mixed with vanilla extract if using) to moisten the surface, then roll the strawberry in the rock candy sugar mixture, pressing gently to ensure the candy sticks thoroughly.
  5. Set the Strawberries: Place the coated strawberries on a parchment-lined tray or plate and allow them to set for 10-15 minutes so the candy coating firms up to a crunchy texture.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Once the coating has hardened, serve your Rock Candy Sugar-Coated Strawberries as a sweet snack or a colorful addition to any dessert spread.

Notes

  • Make sure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to help the sugar coating stick properly.
  • Use fresh strawberries that are firm and evenly sized for best results.
  • You can omit the vanilla extract if you prefer a pure strawberry and sugar flavor.
  • For a fun presentation, try using different colors of rock candy separately to create layered coatings.
  • These coated strawberries are best eaten the same day for optimal crunchiness.

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