Rainbow Sugar Crystals
Add a dazzling pop of color to your baked creations with this simple and fun recipe for Rainbow Sugar Crystals! Perfect for decorating cakes, cookies, or cocktails, these vibrant sugar crystals are an easy DIY alternative to store-bought sprinkles. With just three basic ingredients—granulated sugar, food coloring, and water—you can customize the colors to suit any theme or occasion. The process is quick, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, and the rest is simply waiting for the sugar to air dry. Whether you're hosting a birthday party, celebrating the holidays, or creating a stunning homemade gift, these sparkling sugar gems are as versatile as they are eye-catching. Store them in airtight containers for weeks of creative decorating possibilities!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 drops per color Food coloring
- 1 teaspoon per color Water
Instructions
Divide the granulated sugar evenly into small bowls based on the number of colors you want to make. For example, if using 4 colors, divide the 1 cup of sugar into 4 bowls (approximately 1/4 cup per bowl).
In each bowl, add 1 teaspoon of water and 5 drops of food coloring. Stir the mixture thoroughly until the sugar is evenly coated and takes on the desired color. Add more food coloring drop by drop, if needed, for a more vibrant hue.
Spread the colored sugar onto separate sheets of parchment paper or large plates in thin layers to prevent clumping.
Allow the sugar to air dry completely for about 6-12 hours, depending on humidity levels. Stir occasionally to break up any large clumps.
Once fully dry, use the sugar immediately for decorating or transfer it to airtight containers for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 0% | |
*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.
