Easy Homemade Candied Fruit Skewers
Inspired by a popular trend, these candied fruit skewers are incredibly simple to make at home. Featuring a vibrant assortment of fresh fruit coated in a glossy, crisp candy shell, they're perfect for a quick sweet treat or a fun party snack. Using common supermarket ingredients, you can whip up this delightful dessert in no time!
Ingredients
- 16 whole, hulledStrawberries
- 1 cupGreen Grapes
- 1 cup, cubedPineapple
- 2 peeled and slicedKiwi
- 2 cupsGranulated Sugar
- 0.5 cupWater
- 8 piecesBamboo Skewers
Instructions
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh fruit. Hull the strawberries, peel and slice the kiwi into rounds, and ensure pineapple is cut into bite-sized cubes. Thread a variety of fruit pieces onto each bamboo skewer, alternating for a colorful presentation. Place the assembled skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
⏱ 10 min - 2
In a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring continuously until the sugar has fully dissolved. Once dissolved, stop stirring and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Continue boiling without stirring until the syrup reaches between 300°F and 310°F (149°C-154°C) on a candy thermometer, which is the hard crack stage. This typically takes about 7-10 minutes.
⏱ 10 min - 3
Carefully remove the saucepan from the heat. Working quickly, hold each fruit skewer by the bare end and dip it into the hot candy syrup, rotating to ensure all fruit pieces are evenly coated. Allow any excess syrup to drip back into the pan.
⏱ 3 min - 4
Immediately transfer the dipped skewers back to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow them to cool undisturbed for about 10-15 minutes, or until the candy coating hardens completely and becomes crisp and shiny.
⏱ 15 min - 5
Serve your easy homemade candied fruit skewers fresh for the best crunchy texture. These are a delightful treat for any occasion!