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If you are looking for a simple but show-stopping display at any party, then look no further than this candied strawberries recipe. They are sweet fresh, and juicy. They really are a fun addition to any party, be it a kid’s or adult’s party. They really make a statement at the party table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are candied strawberries?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There really is nothing to this recipe. They are basically hulled strawberries coated in a caramel coating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The concept is very similar to toffee or candied apples. However, this dessert has a really great look and is really appealing with its pop-out red color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The end result of this recipe is a soft fruit covered in a thin hard candy shell. They basically taste like fresh strawberries with a light coating of sugar and are delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need for this candied strawberries recipe:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This recipe’s main ingredients are strawberries and a caramel coating (made using granulated sugar and water described in the Methods section below). You may also want to use red food coloring to give your desert a real color pop, but this is optional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You will also need lollipop sticks to be able to dip ad hold your strawberries and parchment paper to let your candy-coated strawberries set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make the caramel, you will also need a thermometer or a candy thermometer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bonus:<\/strong> This recipe doesn’t use corn syrup!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make candied strawberries Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make this recipe firstly, you need to wash your strawberries and then dry them well. You really need to dry your strawberries, as any water residue will stop the caramel from sticking. You then need to hull your strawberries – chop all the leaves off the top, so you are just left with the main fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now get your lollypop sticks. Alternatively, you can use small wooden skewers or even toothpicks for this. Just insert them in the top (where you have hulled your strawberries) just enough so that they hold the strawberries securely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To make the caramel, you need to heat the water and sugar together on the stove. Turn the heat to medium-high, and using a candy thermometer, heat the sugar water to the hard crack stage at 310 F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At this point, if you want to, you can add the red food coloring. Gently stir it in to get the color evenly through the hot candy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now dip each strawberry one at a time, removing any excess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At room temperature allow to cool and harden on the parchment paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once they are set, they are ready to eat, enjoy and impress party guests!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Ways to Serve Candied Strawberries:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can serve them however you like. You can serve them easily on a plate or you can be a bit more creative and serve them in a vase-like fashion in a cup, so they look like a bouquet of flowers. You can get really creative with how you choose to display them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ways to use candied strawberries:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a very versatile dessert. They can be made just for fun with your kids, as an effortless baking activity, or as really fancy and fun party food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The shine of the candied part of this dessert is really quite compelling. The red really shines through the candy for an attractive party dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another excellent use for these candied strawberries is to use them on Halloween as an alternative to toffee apples. They are much smaller and easier to eat. This is a really novel Halloween idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Top Tips for making Candied Strawberries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  1. Make sure you pay attention to the temperature of the caramel. Using a candy thermometer will really help you get to the right temperature to make the perfect caramel for the candy coating. I don’t suggest trying this recipe without a thermometer.<\/li>
  2. If you are cooking this recipe with small children, be very careful when cooking the caramel. It has the potential to burn so make sure you are very watchful or do this part of the process yourself.<\/li>
  3. Do not test taste your candy. You may have the urge to do this (I certainly do), but it is way too hot!<\/li>
  4. Use the freshest strawberries you can. This will help them last a little longer once the candy coating is on. Strawberries have very delicate skin so they do not last too long once dipped.<\/li>
  5. Caramel can easily crystalize, especially if you are not using corn syrup or light corn syrup. To prevent this, you must be gentle with your sugar-water mixture. Rather than stirring the water and sugar, try swirling the pan. Using a heavy-bottomed saucepan will also help.<\/li>
  6. Do not let your candy-coated strawberries harden and cool on anything but the parchment paper. It will stick, cause a mess and likely ruin your dessert.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Candied strawberries recipe FAQ’S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    How do I store, and how long can I store candied strawberries once I’ve made them?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    It’s essential to keep these in the fridge. Strawberries really need to stay cool to keep, so even when they are made into candied strawberries, they still need to be in the refrigerator to keep fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    These candied strawberries are best used on the same day of making them. Strawberries are delicate fruits, and after being candied, they will not last too long. This recipe is best made as close to when you need them as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I don’t have a thermometer; do I really NEED one?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I recommend that you do. However, you can make the candy part of this recipe without one. If you don’t have one, you can go by eye and wait for the caramel to reach a light golden color before you are ready to dip your strawberries. This will be easier if you have some experience making caramel.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How long will they take to cool?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Once removed from heat, the caramel will harden quickly. Your strawberries will not take long at all to set, especially if you place them in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This really is the simplest but most effective, sweet, and tasty party food. It’s also great fun to make with kids as the end result is so appealing and a great way to get them to eat fruit (even if it is with a bit of sugar).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Impress almost anyone, including yourself, with this fun recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    If you are looking for a simple but show-stopping display at any party, then look no further than this candied strawberries recipe. They are sweet fresh, and juicy. They really make a statement at the party table.<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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    Prep Time <\/span>10<\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
    Cook Time <\/span>12<\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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    Servings <\/span>16<\/span> strawberries<\/span><\/span><\/div>
    Calories <\/span>90<\/span> kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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