Classic Mexican Chamoy Candy
This Mexican chamoy candy is a hard-to-resist snack with the perfect balance of fruity piquancy, zesty lime, subtle saltiness, and a hint of chili heat.
Servings: 1 cup coated candy
Calories: 751kcal
Equipment
- Microwave safe bowl
- Large baking sheet
- hand whisk
Ingredients
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup chamoy sauce
- 1 cup tajin seasoning
- 1-2 teaspoons chili or paprika powder
- 1 cup candy of choice I used gummy bears, sour rings, and gummy worms See notes below
Instructions
- Leave them whole if you're using gummy bears, sour patches, gummy rings, or sour belts. For dried apricots or mango, chop them into desired pieces.
- Combine the chamoy sauce and powdered sugar in a microwave-safe, shallow bowl. Stir with a whisk until combined (there will be lumps at this point; that is okay).¾ cup chamoy sauce, ¾ cup powdered sugar
- Place the bowl into the microwave and heat for 30 seconds. Stir until it's smooth and free of lumps or until the mixture is smooth and becomes syrupy. Set aside
- Next, mix together the Tajin seasoning and chili powder in a tray or wide bowl and set aside.1 cup tajin seasoning, 1-2 teaspoons chili or paprika powder
- Dip each piece of candy into the cooled chamoy mixture, ensuring it's just about coated. If needed, a spoon can be used to help coat the candies.1 cup candy of choice
- Roll the candy into the tajin mix until it's about coated. If you like spicy candy, don't hesitate to give it a few extra rolls or toss.
- Place the coated candy on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and set them at room temperature for about 30 minutes to an hour. This will allow the coating to harden slightly. Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Microwave the chamoy mix for 45 seconds at 15-second intervals for a smoother consistency and thickness.
- To minimize the stickiness of the candies for better storage, toss them in a bowl with superfine sugar until they are evenly coated.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a few weeks.
- What other candy options are there? You can choose from various options: sour patches, cherry sours, peach rings, sour belts, dried apricots, or mango.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 751kcal | Carbohydrates: 269g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 100g | Vitamin A: 593IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.3mg
