🍬 Traditional Chinese Treat

Perfect Tanghulu Recipe

Master the art of making Tanghulu - beautiful candied fruit on a stick! Crystal-clear sugar coating, fresh fruit inside. A centuries-old Chinese street food you can now make at home.

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30-40
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645
Calories
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Delicious Tanghulu candied fruit
✨ Glossy & Crunchy!
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4
Ingredients
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10 min
Prep Time
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20 min
Cook Time
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8
Servings
πŸ“œ History

What is Tanghulu?

Tanghulu (η³–θ‘«θŠ¦) is a traditional Chinese snack dating back to the Song Dynasty. Fresh fruits are skewered on bamboo sticks and coated with a crispy, glass-like sugar shell.

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Ancient Origins

Originated during the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD) as a medicinal treat

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Traditional Fruit

Originally made with hawthorn berries, now with strawberries, grapes & more

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Perfect Coating

Crystal-clear sugar shell that cracks when you bite into it

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

3 Simple Steps

Follow these easy steps to make perfect Tanghulu every time. No special equipment needed!

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Prepare the Fruit

Wash and dry your fruits completely. Any moisture will prevent the sugar from sticking. Skewer 3-4 fruits on bamboo sticks.

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Make Sugar Syrup

Combine 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water. Heat to 300Β°F (150Β°C) - the hard crack stage. Don't stir once it starts boiling!

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Coat the Fruit

Quickly dip fruit skewers in hot syrup, rotate to coat evenly. Place on parchment paper to cool. Sugar hardens in seconds!

πŸ’‘ Pro Tips

  • Speed is key! Work quickly once sugar is ready - it hardens fast
  • Use a thermometer for best results, or test with cold water
  • Experiment with flavors - add food coloring or extracts to syrup
  • Eat same day - humidity makes the coating sticky over time
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