TikTok Tanghulu Grapes with Glassy Sugar Crunch

Tanghulu, a popular Chinese street food, has made its way to TikTok, and the grape version is a showstopper! TikTok Tanghulu Grapes are sweet, juicy grapes covered in a crisp, glossy sugar coating that crackles with every bite. The shiny sugar crunch pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of the grapes, making this a refreshing and irresistible treat. Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients

• Seedless grapes – 1 bunch (washed and dried thoroughly)

• Granulated sugar – 1 cup

• Water – ¼ cup

• Lemon juice – 1 tsp (optional, for extra shine)

• Wooden skewers or toothpicks – For dipping

• Ice water – For cooling the candy

Step 1: Prepare the Grapes

Wash the grapes and pat them completely dry with a clean towel. Any moisture will affect the sugar coating, so make sure they’re fully dry. Remove the stems and skewer each grape onto a wooden skewer or toothpick.

Step 2: Make the Sugar Syrup

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice (if using). Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Once dissolved, increase the heat and let it simmer until it reaches the hard crack stage, about 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can check by dropping a small amount of syrup into a cup of ice water – it should harden instantly and break when you try to bend it.

Step 3: Dip the Grapes

Once the syrup reaches the desired temperature, immediately remove it from heat. Quickly dip each skewer of grapes into the hot sugar syrup, ensuring the grapes are fully coated. Hold the skewers over the saucepan to let any excess syrup drip off.

Step 4: Cool and Harden

Place the dipped grapes onto a sheet of parchment paper or a silicone mat. Let them cool for a few minutes until the sugar hardens and forms a crunchy, glassy coating.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Once the sugar coating is completely hardened, the Tanghulu grapes are ready to be enjoyed! The glossy sugar shell gives a satisfying crunch, followed by the burst of juicy sweetness from the grapes.

Tips and Variations

• Add Color: For extra flair, you can add food coloring to the sugar syrup to create vibrant tanghulu grapes.

• Other Fruits: You can use this method with other fruits like strawberries, tangerines, or even apple slices.

• Serving Suggestion: These tanghulu grapes make an excellent snack for parties, or simply as a fun treat for yourself.

This TikTok Tanghulu Grapes with Glassy Sugar Crunch are a sweet, satisfying treat with the perfect balance of sugar crunch and fruitiness. It’s an easy way to bring a popular street food from TikTok into your kitchen.