Ingredients and Weight:
- White sugar: 500 grams
- Food coloring: blue, red, green (as desired, a few drops each color)
- Water: 300 ml
- Optional flavorings: vanilla, almond, etc. (a few drops)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 15 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove from heat and add the desired food coloring and flavorings. Mix well.
- Pour the colored sugar mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, creating a thin layer.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces or cutting into desired shapes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each piece of colored sugar will have approximately 50-70 calories depending on the size and amount of flavorings added.
- Carbohydrates: Sugar is primarily carbohydrates.
- Other nutrients: Depending on the flavorings used, there may be small amounts of other nutrients such as fats or trace minerals.
Dish Characteristics:
- Colorful and visually appealing.
- Sweet and crunchy texture.
- Can be customized with different colors and flavors.
User Comments:
- "The colored sugar was a great addition to my party's dessert table. It looked very pretty and was a hit with all the guests!"
- "The sugar was quite sweet but made a nice change from regular candies. I enjoyed the variety of colors and flavors."
- "Easy to make at home, a fun dish to experiment with different flavors and colors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use food coloring that is safe for baking and consumption.
- Be careful not to overheat the sugar mixture, as it can become very sticky and difficult to handle.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the colored sugar from sticking.
- Store in an airtight container to keep the colored sugar from getting damp or losing its color.
