Description
Watermelon Rind Cowboy Candy is a delightful and sweet treat made from the often-discarded rinds of watermelons, transformed into a sugary snack that surprises with its flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon rind, peeled and cut into strips
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon rind by removing the green outer skin and cutting it into strips.
- In a large pot, combine sugar and water, and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add the watermelon rind strips to the boiling syrup.
- Stir in cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cook for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the rinds become translucent.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Transfer the candy to a parchment-lined baking sheet and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Make sure to use only the white part of the rind for the best texture.
- This candy can be enjoyed on its own or used as a topping for desserts.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Watermelon Rind, Cowboy Candy, Sweet Treat, Dessert Recipe