Chewy Watermelon Rind Candy

In this candy watermelon recipe, watermelon rind is cooked in a syrup infused with basil and spearmint and then dehydrated into a sweet, chewy treat.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 381 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 cups white sugar
• 4 cups water
• 1 watermelon rind, peeled
• 1 tablespoon dried sweet basil
• 0.5 cup spearmint leaves, coarsely chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cut watermelon rind into 2-inch long, 1-inch wide, and 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Step 2

Combine water, sugar, spearmint, and basil in a large pot. Bring to a rolling boil. Strain out spearmint and basil. Add watermelon rind, making sure pieces are completely immersed. Cook until rind is soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Drain watermelon pieces and arrange in a single layer on dehydrator trays. Dry according to the manufacturer's instructions until pieces are candied, 6 to 8 hours.