Wash the chosen fruits thoroughly and dry them gently with a clean towel. Remove stems from larger fruits like strawberries.

In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil without stirring. Monitor the temperature until it reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer.

Carefully thread the prepared fruits onto wooden skewers, creating fun patterns.

Once the syrup is ready, quickly dip each skewer of fruit into the syrup, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Allow excess syrup to drip off.

Place the coated skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet or silicone mat to cool completely until the candy coating hardens.

Serve the tanghulu as a fun snack or dessert, and enjoy the crunchy, sweet treat!