Why We Love This Chamoy Candy Recipe
Ready to be a kid in a candy store… Right in your own home? Chamoy Candy is an irresistibly spicy, sweet, and tangy sensation popular in Mexico and other Central American countries. It consists of gummy or hard candies dipped in chamoy sauce, then sprinkled with Tajin chile-lime seasoning and tossed in sugar. This spicy Mexican treat is delicious for adults and kids alike! You can buy dulces enchilados at Mexican markets, street vendors, and many mainstream grocery chains in the US. However, it’s so easy to make and a great way to personalize the shapes and flavors you like best! Peach rings are classic, but really, you can’t go wrong with just about any gummy candy. Here we use a combo of gummy rings, orange slices, and gummy worms. Keep reading for even more fun and tasty ideas!
Ingredients You Need
Gummy candy – any shape and flavor you want like fruit rings, worms, orange slices, etc. Chamoy sauce – store-bought or homemade chamoy sauce Tajin seasoning – classic Mexican chili-lime spice blend Granulated sugar – just the right sweetness to finish the tangy and spicy candies
Best Types of Candies for Dulces Enchilados
Peach rings are a traditional option, but feel free to experiment with any sort of flavor, like strawberry, apricot, or watermelon. Or try gummy mangoes, pineapples, or plums! You can also use other shapes and types of candies! Try this recipe with:
Gumdrops Gushers Gummy bears or other gummy shapes Swedish fish Skittles or other hard candies
Optional Swaps and Candy Coating Add-Ins
Add a pinch of salt Use powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar Make your own spice blend with crushed chili peppers and dried citrus zest
How to Make Mexican Chamoy Candy
Allow them to dry for at least 1 hour. Pro Tip: You know the candies are ready to toss in the sugar when they are mostly dry, but still slightly tacky to the touch. Place the finished Chamoy candies in a bowl, or transfer them to a Ziploc bag to store for later.
Top Recipe Tips
While this recipe is fabulous with all kinds of fruity gummy candies, I do not recommend using sour gummies. They’re just not a great combo with the sweet sugar and spicy Tajin seasoning, in my opinion. But hey – you certainly can give it a try if you’re feeling adventerous! Let the sauced-up gummies dry for about an hour but don’t overdo it… If they dry for too long they’ll lose the stickiness necessary to keep the sugar and Tajin seasoning stuck to the candy. Package generous handfuls of dulces enchilados in cellophane bags tied with bows or in small glass jars and give as gifts. They’re fun party favors, gifts for teachers, and Halloween treats. As-is this recipe makes roughly 16 servings, so double or halve the ingredients as needed.
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