Last Updated on June 21, 2022
Looking for a way to spruce up your cakes and other desserts? Knowing how to make sugar-coated strawberries is a great way to up your dessert game. Not only do they look beautiful, but they also taste great as well.
Sugar-coated strawberries are great for using to decorate cakes, cookies, cheesecakes, and brownies. In addition, they are also great for eating by themselves as snacks. No matter the occasion, they are a wonderful treat to make and are something your friends and family will enjoy.
What Are Sugar-Coated Strawberries?
Sugar-coated strawberries are strawberries that are dipped in a melted sugar mix that consists of water, granulated sugar, and corn syrup. After they are dipped, the sugar coating will harden on the exterior of the strawberries, creating a crunchy shell.
Also known as candied strawberries, they are great for using as edible decorations on your baked goods. They have a shiny, glossy look that gives them an elegant appearance on your desserts. They are made using fresh strawberries that are large and firm, so they can support the candy coating.
What You Will Need To Follow This Tutorial For How To Make Sugar-Coated Strawberries
Ingredients
- 12 large ripe strawberries
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar
- 1/3 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Candy thermometer
- Lollipop sticks
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
- Paper towels
Step by step instructions
Step one: Wash and dry the strawberries
Wash your strawberries thoroughly and be sure to not use any mushy or damaged strawberries. Using paper towels, fully dry off the strawberries and set them aside.
Step two: Heat sugar, water, and corn syrup
In a small saucepan over high heat, bring the sugar, water, and corn syrup to a boil, stirring once to make sure the sugar dissolves. While waiting for it to bubble, you can add your lollipop sticks to your strawberries.
Attach a candy thermometer and heat the mixture until it reaches 300 to 310 degrees Fahrenheit. At this point, it should be thick and bubbling with a caramel-like color. Remove the saucepan with the sugar mixture from heat and let it stand for one minute.
Step three: Dip the strawberries
After letting it sit for one minute, stir the sugar mixture to even out the temperature. Drip the strawberries in the sugar mixture, swirling them around to fully coat. Allow the excess syrup to drip off by gently taping the side of the pot.
Step four: Let the strawberries cool
Place the strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them dry for 10 minutes. Once they are dry, you can add them to cakes, cookies, brownies, or other desserts, or simply eat them as is.
Tips And Tricks
When picking out your strawberries, try to find strawberries with long stems. You can use the longer stems to hold the strawberries as you dip them. If you are unable to find strawberries with long stems, you can just use lollipop sticks or wooden skewers to dip your strawberries.
If you’d like, you can remove the leaves and stems of the strawberries, however, it is perfectly fine to leave them on. Just be sure not to dip the leaves in the sugar mixture when dipping the strawberries.
For best results, you will want to use large, firm strawberries. Avoid using strawberries that are mushy, soft, or too small. If your strawberries have an off smell, taste, or are moldy or slimy, throw them out as they are not safe to eat.
Like all fruit, it is important to wash your strawberries before dipping them in the sugar mixture. Be sure to also thoroughly dry them off, as the sugar mixture will not stick well if the strawberries are still wet.
Sugar-coated strawberries should be eaten the day they are made. They do not store well, as the strawberries become too juicy and the candy coating will not last when this happens. If you are transporting the sugar-coated strawberries the day you made them, place them in an airtight container lined with paper towels to help prevent them from breaking.
Be sure to allow your sugar-coated strawberries time to set. If they are not drying, you can place them in the fridge to speed up the process. Avoid serving your sugar-coated strawberries in warm, humid weather, as this will cause the candy coating to melt, creating a sticky mess.
Delicious Sugar-Coated Strawberries
Sugar-coated strawberries, only require a few simple ingredients to make. They have an elegant, shiny look that makes them wonderful for adding to your favorite desserts. They taste amazing and are even great for eating all on their own.
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How To Make Sugar-Coated Strawberries
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Candy thermometer
- Lollipop sticks
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 12 large ripe strawberries
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar
- 1/3 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and dry the strawberriesWash your strawberries thoroughly and be sure to not use any mushy or damaged strawberries. Using paper towels, fully dry off the strawberries and set them aside.12 large ripe strawberries
- Heat sugar, water, and corn syrupIn a small saucepan over high heat, bring the sugar, water, and corn syrup to a boil, stirring once to make sure the sugar dissolves. While waiting for it to bubble, you can add your lollipop sticks to your strawberries.Attach a candy thermometer and heat the mixture until it reaches 300 to 310 degrees Fahrenheit. At this point, it should be thick and bubbling with a caramel-like color. Remove the saucepan with the sugar mixture from heat and let it stand for one minute.1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1/4 cup water, 1/3 cup corn syrup
- Dip the strawberriesAfter letting it sit for one minute, stir the sugar mixture to even out the temperature. Drip the strawberries in the sugar mixture, swirling them around to fully coat. Allow the excess syrup to drip off by gently taping the side of the pot.
- Let the strawberries coolPlace the strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them dry for 10 minutes. Once they are dry, you can add them to cakes, cookies, brownies, or other desserts, or simply eat them as is.
Notes
FAQs
Why Do You Put Sugar on Strawberries?
Putting sugar coating on strawberries gives them a shiny, glossy appearance that if great for adding to your favorite desserts. In addition to looking good, candied strawberries also taste amazing as well.
Can You Soak Strawberries in Sugar Water?
You can soak strawberries in sugar water or simply just sugar to create macerated strawberries. By macerating strawberries, you are sweetening and softening them, which helps release their juices. They are great for adding to cheesecakes, ice cream, angel food cake, pound cake, pancakes, waffles and more.
What are Candied Strawberries Made Of?
Candied strawberries are made of strawberries dipped in a mixture of water, sugar and corn syrup. The water, sugar and corn syrup is brought to 300-310 degrees Farenheit. The strawberries are then dipped in the mixture and set to dry, allowing the candy coating to harden.
How is Candied Fruit Made?
Candied fruit is made by dipping fruit in a mixture of water, sugar and corn syrup that is brought to 300-310 degrees. After dipping, the fruit is set to dry to create a crunchy candy shell. Sometimes, granulated sugar will be sprinkled on top too.
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