Glazed Fruit Zucchini Recipe

Tired of expensive store-bought glazed fruit for your cakes and baked goods? This recipe transforms humble zucchini into a delightful, cost-effective alternative perfect for Christmas cakes, breads, and more! A church group raves about this recipe, praising its taste and texture – indistinguishable from the pricey store-bought version. Get ready for zucchini season and make this amazing, budget-friendly ingredient! This recipe is perfect for bakers looking for a delicious and affordable substitute for traditional candied fruit.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 606.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Glazed Fruit Zucchini

  • 2 pounds zucchini, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup water
  • Vinegar
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • Unsweetened Kool Aid Powdered Drink Mix

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How to Make Glazed Fruit Zucchini

  1. Wash and chop the zucchini into small, roughly 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine the zucchini, sugar, water, lemon juice, mixed spice, cinnamon, and orange zest.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is very tender.
  4. Remove the lid and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated and the zucchini is translucent and glazed. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
  5. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. The glaze will thicken as it cools.
  6. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The glazed zucchini will keep for several weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

611g

Fat

0g

Carbs

51g