Classic Sugar-Coated Candied Ginger

Nov 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Dessert Candy confections Medium

Slices of fresh ginger simmered until tender in sugar syrup, drained and tossed in sugar, giving chewy, spicy-sweet pieces. The leftover ginger syrup is a bonus for tea and baking. Makes 1 pound in about 13 hr 25 min.

Prep 25 min

Cook 60 min

Cooling 12 hr

Total 13 hr 25 min

Yield 1 pound

Diet Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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16 oz (450 g)fresh young ginger, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick
2 cups (480 ml)water, for blanching, for the ginger
2 ¼ cups (450 g)granulated sugar, for the syrup
1 cup (240 ml)water, for the syrup
½ cup (100 g)granulated sugar, for coating, for the to finish

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Instructions

Simmer the ginger slices in the 480 ml water, covered, for 30 minutes until fork-tender. Drain, saving the water as a mild ginger tea if you like.
In a wide saucepan, combine 450 g sugar and 240 ml water. Heat until the sugar dissolves, then add the ginger.
Simmer gently, uncovered, for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup is thick and the ginger looks translucent. The syrup should reach about 225 F (107 C).
Reduce the heat near the end and stir often to avoid scorching until the syrup is nearly gone.
Drain the ginger over a bowl, saving the syrup, and spread the slices on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
Toss the still-tacky slices in the finishing sugar. Dry on the rack for 8 to 12 hours until no longer sticky.

Tips

Young ginger has less fiber, so it turns tender fastest.
Slice thinly and evenly for even cooking.
Keep the syrup; it flavors tea, cocktails and cakes.
Good with hot tea.

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make classic sugar-coated candied ginger?

Plan on 25 minutes of prep and 1 hour of cooking, plus 12 hours to chill. The recipe makes 1 pound.

How should I store classic sugar-coated candied ginger?

Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature up to 3 months.

Can I make classic sugar-coated candied ginger ahead?

Yes. It needs time to chill and set, so it is a good one to make the day before you serve it.

Is this recipe vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as chocolate, sprinkles and plant butter are labeled vegan.

Serve it with hot tea.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

207 Calories / serving

2.8g Fat

48.5g Carbs

3.9g Protein

23.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~207 cal · 3g fat · 49g carbs · 4g protein · 24g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.