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Candied Fruit

Easy Homemade Candied Fruit Recipe with Mixed Fruit Delight

Delightful homemade candied fruit made from fresh or dried mixed fruits, perfect for snacking or as a dessert garnish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups mixed fruit (e.g., cherries, oranges, pineapple) Fresh or dried
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For syrup
  • 1 cup water For syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For coating

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Prepare the mixed fruit by cleaning and cutting if necessary.
  2. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat until the sugar dissolves to create a syrup.
  3. Add the mixed fruit to the syrup and simmer for about 60 minutes until the fruit becomes translucent.
  4. Remove the fruit from the syrup and let it cool slightly.
  5. Roll the fruit in the additional 1 cup of granulated sugar to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different types of fruit or add spices for unique flavors.

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