Crystallized Flowers
Elevate your desserts and garnishes with the delicate beauty of *Crystallized Flowers*, a stunning recipe that transforms edible blooms like pansies, violets, or roses into sparkling, sugary works of art! This no-bake recipe combines simple ingredients—fresh flowers, frothy egg white, and granulated sugar—for a creation that's as much a feast for the eyes as it is a sweet accent for cakes, cupcakes, or cocktails. With just 20 minutes of prep and an overnight drying period, these elegant, edible decorations are surprisingly easy to make and can be stored for up to a month. Perfect for weddings, tea parties, or special celebrations, these crystallized flowers bring a touch of nature's charm to any culinary masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Edible flowers (e.g., pansies, violets, roses, or lavender)
- 1 large Egg whites
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Water
Instructions
Carefully rinse the edible flowers under cool water to remove any dirt or debris. Gently pat them dry with a paper towel, taking care not to damage the petals. Set them aside to air-dry completely on a clean surface.
Separate the egg white from the yolk. Beat the egg white slightly with 1 teaspoon of water until it becomes frothy. This will help it brush onto the petals evenly.
Using a clean paintbrush or pastry brush, lightly coat each petal of the flowers with the egg white mixture. Make sure to brush both sides of the petals to ensure an even coating.
Sprinkle a thin, even layer of granulated sugar over the entire surface of the flower, covering both sides. Shake off any excess sugar to avoid clumps.
Place the sugared flowers on a parchment-lined baking sheet or cooling rack, ensuring they do not touch one another.
Allow the flowers to dry at room temperature for 12-24 hours, or until they are completely dry and firm to the touch. Store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 57 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.2 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 78 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
