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candied strawberries

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Recipe by
Marie Valdes
@Marie_Valdes
Brandon, FL

These are a very special Valentine's Sweet Treat or Gift for someone special. It surely says "I Love You"

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For candied strawberries

  • 1 box
    candy apple kit
  • 1 qt
    large strawberries
  • 1 c
    water
  • 2 1/2 c
    sugar
  • 1/2 c
    sliced almonds

How To Make candied strawberries

  • 1
    Brush strawberries with a pastry brush to remove any dirt. Remove leaves. Place sliced almonds in a shallow dish.
  • 2
    Prepare Candy Apple contents according to box directions. Bring mixture to a boil and cook until hard crack stage (300 degrees) approximately 15-18 minutes.
  • 3
    While syrup is cooking, place sticks that came in the box in cleaned hulled strawberries. Dip each strawberry into the syrup then the tops into the sliced almonds. Place on parchment paper. Cool completely. Do not refrigerate. Serve immediately, must be eaten same day.
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