EASIEST Starburst Tanghulu - crunchy sugar-glazed fruit skewers

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Starburst Candies (Assorted flavors, half a standard 12‑oz bag; use a non‑stick pan)
• 10 pieces Grapes (Large seedless grapes, washed and dried thoroughly)
• 5 pieces Strawberries (Medium strawberries, washed and dried thoroughly)
• 10 pieces Wooden Skewers (For holding fruit while dipping)
• 1 piece Non‑Stick Saucepan (Medium size, prevents candy from sticking)
• 1 piece Candy Thermometer (Optional but recommended for reaching 274‑287°F)
• 1 piece Ramekin (Heat‑proof, used to hold melted candy)
• 1 sheet Parchment Paper (Lined surface for setting coated fruit)

Instructions

1. Prepare Fruit

   Wash grapes and strawberries, pat them completely dry with paper towels, then thread each piece onto a wooden skewer.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sort Starburst Flavors (Optional)

   Separate the Starburst pieces by color/flavor if you want matching colors for the fruit.

   Time: PT2M

3. Peel Starburst into Pan

   Unwrap each Starburst piece and place them into a non‑stick saucepan.

   Time: PT2M

4. Melt Starburst

   Heat the saucepan over low to medium flame, stirring constantly. Watch for the mixture to become a smooth, bubbling liquid and reach 274‑287°F (135‑140°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 274-287°F

5. Transfer to Ramekin

   Carefully pour the melted candy into a heat‑proof ramekin for easier dipping.

   Time: PT1M

6. Dip Fruit

   Holding the skewer by the stick, dip each fruit into the hot candy, rotating to coat all sides. Let excess drip back into the ramekin.

   Time: PT5M

7. Set and Cool

   Place the coated fruit on a parchment‑lined tray and allow it to cool until the shell hardens and becomes glossy.

   Time: PT5M

8. Clean Up

   While the candy sets, soak the saucepan and utensils in warm, soapy water to make cleaning easier.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

0g

Fiber

1g