Candied Flowers

Candied Flowers
Candied Flowers
Sugared flower petals are easy decorations for cakes, tarts, and cupcakes; they're just a little time-consuming. Be certain to use only nontoxic and organic (pesticide-free) flowers, such as bachelor's button, nasturtium, calendula, chamomile, violet, snapdragon, and Johnny-jump-ups.
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Candy Dessert No-Cook
  • water
  • edible flowers
  • superfine sugar

Preparation Brush petals with an egg white that is slightly beaten with a couple of drops of water. Hold the petal with a tweezer, and sprinkle with superfine sugar. Tap the tweezer to remove excess sugar. Remove to a rack to dry completely. Store in an airtight container. Sugared flowers can be made in advance and stored up to one month.

Preparation Brush petals with an egg white that is slightly beaten with a couple of drops of water. Hold the petal with a tweezer, and sprinkle with superfine sugar. Tap the tweezer to remove excess sugar. Remove to a rack to dry completely. Store in an airtight container. Sugared flowers can be made in advance and stored up to one month.