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Candied Flowers

3.5

(3)

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.

Ingredients

edible flowers
superfine sugar
egg whites, at room temperature
water

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Brush petals with an egg white that is slightly beaten with a couple of drops of water.

    Step 2

    Hold the petal with a tweezer, and sprinkle with superfine sugar. Tap the tweezer to remove excess sugar.

    Step 3

    Remove to a rack to dry completely. Store in an airtight container.

    Step 4

    Sugared flowers can be made in advance and stored up to one month.

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