Here's a tip from an avid candy maker. It IS OKAY to stir and not use the corn syrup. Once the mixture comes to a boil cover it with a lid for 60 seconds. What happens is if you stir, the sugar crystals can get on the sides of the pan. Once the mixture is hot enough and the water is all boiled out, if a sugar crystal falls into it that's what causes the crystalization. You don't want that to happen. So if you cover it the steam will melt the sugar into the pan preventing any sugar crystals from falling into the cooked mixture 😁 I love explanations. Too many videos say "don't do this... Because this will happen" without explaining what it means or why it happens. Once you understand why and what, you can better understand how and how not ❤️
From what i've learned, you don't need the corn syrup. I just did 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar and it was still very crunchy, keeping the stems on or off is your choice but if you keep the stems on, the little green part on the stem will make the stick stay in the strawberry better.
Yes, definitely not necessary if you get the temperature just right. For me, it's a hit or miss without it, so I just always add corn syrup for guaranteed results 🙂
Thank you for this foolproof basic recipe! I made it first with the corn starch, then I made it without the corn starch, for me it came out perfect both ways! A candy thermometer is a must, it Has to reach the hard crack temperature or it will not work. Also I needed to adjust from medium heat to a higher temperature so that it could reach the hard crack stage sooner. I’ve watched other videos saying how to do this but yours was by far the best one, thank you again and keep up the good work🥰
Definitely need a candy thermometer. Probably didn't reach correct temp. for candy also if you do get a thermometer and it doesn't work try checking the humidity in the house. I was making candy apples one time and it reached correct temp but mixture wasn't right and it was due to the humidity. So make sure it not real moist in the house also.
It's not required if you have a thermometer. But if you don't have a thermometer, you can dunk it on water as a test to see if it will harden properly.
You can but half of the time when I use just water and sugar, I get crystalization in the syrup and it ruins it for me. Adding the corn syrup makes it foolproof.
Damn, I made these with my mom and it pulled out one of my jaw teeth. So a quick word of advice, wait until the candy coating is fully hardened before munching with your little chompers otherwise you're gonna need a dentist appointment.
Without a candy thermometer, you can watch carefully the edges of the sugar inside the pot. If it starts to turn a slight hint of brown anywhere, even just a speck, that's a good time to dip the strawberries. Hope that helps 🙂
Hi! Xx When you finish dipping them in the pan where do u put it? Xx💞✨ and would it stick to the place? One more question! ( sorry ) what does it taste like!?🌸✨💞💖💘
You can put them on parchment paper/ wax paper. Dollar tree sells it. And it tastes like a hard sugary substance like a non flavored blow pop lollipop with fruit inside. Basically what it is without artificial fruit flavors. Hope this helps
This video is perfect! I just have a question about the corn syrup??? Clearly I see that the syrup is needed to make this recipe foolproof (which is important for me lol)! I’ve never made this before, but I am wondering does the corn syrup change the flavor at all? Does it give the coating any sort of bitter/weird aftertaste? Also, if I enjoy the taste of, say maple syrup or Mrs Butterworth’s pancake syrup, could those types of syrups be used in place of corn syrup?
Hi! I didn't notice any bitter taste with the addition of corn syrup. The corn syrup works because it contains different types of sugar (glucose and fructose) than table sugar, which is sucrose. Maple syrup contains same sugar so most likely have no effect. With that said, honey might work, as it also contains glucose and fructose.
Not even! They get stuck to my teeth, I didn't let my son. Let alone, he doesn't eat candy apple. She's not an orthodontist to give that type of advice and say yes!
Here's a tip from an avid candy maker. It IS OKAY to stir and not use the corn syrup. Once the mixture comes to a boil cover it with a lid for 60 seconds.
What happens is if you stir, the sugar crystals can get on the sides of the pan. Once the mixture is hot enough and the water is all boiled out, if a sugar crystal falls into it that's what causes the crystalization. You don't want that to happen. So if you cover it the steam will melt the sugar into the pan preventing any sugar crystals from falling into the cooked mixture 😁
I love explanations. Too many videos say "don't do this... Because this will happen" without explaining what it means or why it happens. Once you understand why and what, you can better understand how and how not ❤️
Still doesn’t make sense.
From what i've learned, you don't need the corn syrup. I just did 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar and it was still very crunchy, keeping the stems on or off is your choice but if you keep the stems on, the little green part on the stem will make the stick stay in the strawberry better.
Yes, definitely not necessary if you get the temperature just right. For me, it's a hit or miss without it, so I just always add corn syrup for guaranteed results 🙂
@@v2pham yep me to
Hey! Um I was wondering if you know how to clean the pot...?😅
Just add water and let it sit for one hour (longer if needed). Sugar will dissolve even though it look like it wouldn't 😉. No scrubbing needed.
@@v2pham okay thanks! I made the candied strawberries and they were very delicious! Thank you! 😁
It’s easier if you use hot water (boiled water) because cold water will « freeze » the syrup
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You can also add the water to the dirty pot then boil the water, which will melt down the sugar!
Thank you I made these to put on a cake today!! They were yummy
Thank you for this foolproof basic recipe! I made it first with the corn starch, then I made it without the corn starch, for me it came out perfect both ways! A candy thermometer is a must, it Has to reach the hard crack temperature or it will not work. Also I needed to adjust from medium heat to a higher temperature so that it could reach the hard crack stage sooner. I’ve watched other videos saying how to do this but yours was by far the best one, thank you again and keep up the good work🥰
Corn Starch?
When I did mine, it was perfect..but later on the sugar started to melt..? Was that because of heat or something else..?
They need to stay in a cool area so that they don't melt
Could I ask what heat you putted it on?
Medium high to start then adjust as necessary to get to the right temperature on the candy thermometer.
@@v2pham okay, tysm.
I didn't have corn syrup so I just added butter flavored syrup and idk how it'll turn out. But I hope it's good thanks for the recipe!! ☺💜
How did it turn out?
@@Lexifer54 probably nasty
You used butter syrup? Yeah thats nasty.
Does the corn syrup have to be light ?
Just did it. Exact recipe but did not use thermometer. It never got crunchy. Any idea why? Got too hot or didn’t get hot enough?
You need a thermometer to reach the right temperature. It's likely wasn't hot enough.
@@v2pham thanks so much!
Definitely need a candy thermometer. Probably didn't reach correct temp. for candy also if you do get a thermometer and it doesn't work try checking the humidity in the house. I was making candy apples one time and it reached correct temp but mixture wasn't right and it was due to the humidity. So make sure it not real moist in the house also.
Ugh! I want to make these so badly but I dint have a candy thermometer 🌡 😫 😢 Any other ideas? Or can I get a candy thermometer from Walmart?
I'm just using a normal thermometer hope it works
Yes you can get a candy thermometer from Walmart for about $5 - $10 or less.
May I please know the music you have playing?? It’s beautiful! Xx
Not much info here..can you not mix in the begining.when can you start mixing. How long after it reached temp can you dip the strawberries?
Mix whenever you want. Doesn't really matter. Dip strawberries as soon it reaches temperature and try to maintain temperature.
Do u freeze them? I tried and they never got fully hard.... It was really sticky
No, freezing is not needed. It's most likely you are not getting the right temperature. A candy thermometer would help.
Why did yours turn brown is it burnt
She essentially made caramel
Do you dump them in water after you dump them in the sugar ?
It's not required if you have a thermometer. But if you don't have a thermometer, you can dunk it on water as a test to see if it will harden properly.
Does anyone know if i can put this hot liquid in silicon molds. I was just wanting yo make hard candy unicorn
How do u not make the candy stick on pans or plates when it’s finished I tried using oil or water other kinds of paper and the candy still stuck
Parchment paper
Or silicone mat
Is it fine if I use water and sugar? I see people doing that!
You can but half of the time when I use just water and sugar, I get crystalization in the syrup and it ruins it for me. Adding the corn syrup makes it foolproof.
@@v2pham thanks!
If you take a basting brush and gently brush the sides with water it prevents the crystalation you just have to do it frequently
Do you have to have the red food coloring or any coloring at all
No food coloring needed 😀
So just corn syrup and sugar and water to make them
@@Milliworlds yep!
Why is my strawberries very sticky?
Damn, I made these with my mom and it pulled out one of my jaw teeth.
So a quick word of advice, wait until the candy coating is fully hardened before munching with your little chompers otherwise you're gonna need a dentist appointment.
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you good? 😅
@@jorojocz1875 why you so mad.. ☠
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I don’t have a candy thermometer so shall I just wait till it boils or till it boils a little bit?
Without a candy thermometer, you can watch carefully the edges of the sugar inside the pot. If it starts to turn a slight hint of brown anywhere, even just a speck, that's a good time to dip the strawberries. Hope that helps 🙂
I bought mine at Frys for $7.00
Why does some ppl pit them in cold ice water after dipping
To quickly cool and harden.
Thanks i will make for my Grandaughter birthday cake.
Ill let you know
Can I just use normal corn syrup?
Yes
Hi! Xx When you finish dipping them in the pan where do u put it? Xx💞✨ and would it stick to the place? One more question! ( sorry ) what does it taste like!?🌸✨💞💖💘
You can put them on parchment paper/ wax paper. Dollar tree sells it. And it tastes like a hard sugary substance like a non flavored blow pop lollipop with fruit inside. Basically what it is without artificial fruit flavors. Hope this helps
It taste like crunchy strawberries
Whenever someone bites it the sugar coat completely comes off🥴😔 what can i do?
rhats kinda the point
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Thats the whole point you want it crystalized🤔
Would brown sugar work?
I would think so but it would have a brown color to it.
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I'm not so sure there is such a thing as foolproof, there's always that one person who manages to find a way mess things up.
This video is perfect! I just have a question about the corn syrup??? Clearly I see that the syrup is needed to make this recipe foolproof (which is important for me lol)! I’ve never made this before, but I am wondering does the corn syrup change the flavor at all? Does it give the coating any sort of bitter/weird aftertaste?
Also, if I enjoy the taste of, say maple syrup or Mrs Butterworth’s pancake syrup, could those types of syrups be used in place of corn syrup?
Hi! I didn't notice any bitter taste with the addition of corn syrup. The corn syrup works because it contains different types of sugar (glucose and fructose) than table sugar, which is sucrose. Maple syrup contains same sugar so most likely have no effect. With that said, honey might work, as it also contains glucose and fructose.
Why isnt my candy hardening on my strawberries?
Sugar needs to be heated to the hard crack temperature 146 to 154 °C (295 to 309 °F)
That was not a half cup of water,I hate when people are not honest about measurements.
Sorry you think that but it is 1/2 cup water.
Oh I thought u had to put it in ice water
If you don’t have corn syrup use honey
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That background music someone helppppp🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️
I want to take the video and let it go.💗
I liked everything except the annoying crunching you did at the beginning and end. Not needed
How would you know it's crunchy otherwise? 😄😁🙄
@@v2pham maybe just say so?
Can you eat this with braces?
If you're careful, I don't see why not.
Thanks!
Not even! They get stuck to my teeth, I didn't let my son. Let alone, he doesn't eat candy apple. She's not an orthodontist to give that type of advice and say yes!
I tried three recipes of this and none of them worked☹️ ya the sugar gets stuck to your teeth
@@bellabearplayz2471 I'll ask my daughter the ratio of sugar and water. She makes them and they come out
this sounds fucking painful
The music is so unnecessary!!!!
Sorry. I'll try harder next time to please everyone on the internet.
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Foolproof? It didn’t work 3 times😢😂😂😂😂😂😂 cool recipe though
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I got it to work! You sent that and I got determined so I made it and it worked! Miracle tear!
Can these last a whole day, needa know asap please lol🧍🏽♀️
Or how long can they last
they need to be in a cool area to not melt
I’dk how long they last tho
Did i miss the recipe 🎉