Sour Watermelon Fruit Chews (Printable)
Chewy, tangy watermelon treats with a sweet and sour coating. Perfect homemade candy for snacking.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit Base
01 - 1 cup seedless watermelon, pureed and strained
02 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
03 - 1/4 cup light corn syrup
→ Gelling & Sweetening
04 - 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder
05 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
→ Sour Coating
06 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 tablespoon citric acid powder
# How-To Steps:
01 - Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the surface to prevent sticking.
02 - In a small saucepan, mix watermelon puree, corn syrup, and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly to combine all liquid ingredients.
03 - Sprinkle gelatin powder evenly over the fruit mixture. Let it stand for 5 minutes to allow the gelatin to absorb liquid and bloom.
04 - Add granulated sugar to the saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until both gelatin and sugar completely dissolve. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
05 - Pour the hot mixture into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the surface with a spatula and let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
06 - Refrigerate the pan uncovered for 2 hours or until the candy is completely firm and set.
07 - In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon citric acid powder. Mix well to distribute evenly.
08 - Cut the set candy into small squares using a sharp knife. Roll each piece in the sour sugar mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly coated.
09 - Store finished chews in an airtight container, separating layers with wax paper to prevent sticking. Best consumed within one week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These capture that perfect sweet and sour punch you get from biting into fresh watermelon sprinkled with lime
- Theyre surprisingly easy to make and feel like something youd buy at a fancy candy shop
02 -
- Do not rush the blooming step or your gelatin will not dissolve properly and you will have grainy candy
- Let the mixture cool slightly before pouring or it will melt your parchment paper
03 -
- Run your knife under hot water between cuts for cleaner edges
- Double the coating recipe if you like an extra thick sour sugar layer