8 Unusual Candied Ingredients To Try In Desserts

By Niveditha K

Candied Orange Slices

These candied orange slices are a chewy and sweet treat that is incredibly easy to make. You can eat these by themselves, use them as a cake topper, or even add them as a garnish for cocktails!

Candied Orange Peel

Candied orange peel is an incredibly easy sweet fruity treat that can be used in a number of fun and fabulous ways! The strips of orange peel are simmered in a sugary syrup with a touch of vanilla then sugar-coated and dried.

Candied Lemon Slices

These sweet and chewy candied lemon slices are such an easy treat that can be used in baking, desserts, or as a tasty snack. Just slice, simmer, and dry, that's all there is to it!

Kool-Aid Grapes

These Kool-Aid grapes are a colourful, frozen snack that is fun to make and perfect for the hot summertime. The grapes are frozen and then added into Ziploc bags, along with your favourite Kool-Aid mix, and then shaken up before being popped back into the freezer.

Dehydrated Watermelon Jerky

Dehydrated watermelon jerky is an easy sweet and fruity treat that you don't have to feel bad about eating! This dried watermelon jerky is a bit less chewy than taffy and comes out sweet, almost like watermelon jolly ranchers.

Candied Grapes

Colourful grapes that are dipped in candied syrup, then coated in classic candy flavours, are the hit of any classroom party.

Tanghulu

Discover the art of making tanghulu, a traditional Chinese candied fruit originating from Northern China. Experiment with a variety of fruits to create a vibrant array of candied delights, from berries and citrus fruits to more.

Candied Plums

This candied plum is the perfect treat to make any dessert night worthwhile.