How to Make a Candy Pear (not Apple)

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Make a Candy Pear (not Apple)

Now we have all heard of candy apples, right? What about a candy pear? I say why not? Pears are similar in shape and taste to an apple and make the perfect candidate for candying.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

9 medium pears
9 popsicle sticks
6 cups of granulated sugar
3 cups of water
3/4 tsp. cream of tartar
Red food coloring
Thermometer
Baking sheet

Step 1

Place the popsicle sticks into the bottom of each pear and set aside.
Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water and cream of tartar and cook quickly to a temp of 290 degrees, use a cooking thermometer for this.
Step 3

Add a few drops of red food coloring.
Step 4

Remove from heat and place pan in a bowl of hot water to keep the mixture from hardening.
Step 5

Start dipping the pears into the mixture, then place dipped pears on a greased cookie sheet till they set.