Colored Sugar Recipe
Introduction
Colored sugar is a simple and fun way to add a pop of color to your baked goods and desserts. With just sugar and a few drops of food coloring, you can create vibrant decorations for cookies, cupcakes, and more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 drops food coloring, any color
Instructions
- Step 1: Gather your ingredients: white sugar and your chosen food coloring.
- Step 2: Place the sugar into a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add 2 drops of food coloring directly onto the sugar.
- Step 3: Close the jar firmly and shake vigorously for about 1 minute, until the sugar is evenly colored and blended.
- Step 4: Use immediately to decorate or store in the jar for later use.
Tips & Variations
- Use gel food coloring instead of liquid for more intense colors without making the sugar too wet.
- Try mixing two or more colors for a marbled or rainbow effect.
- For a finer texture, pulse the colored sugar briefly in a food processor after drying.
Storage
Store colored sugar in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months. Keep it dry and away from humidity to prevent clumping. If the sugar feels damp, spread it on a baking sheet and let it air dry before storing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use this colored sugar for all types of baking?
Yes, colored sugar works well as a topping for cookies, cupcakes, cakes, and even beverages. It adds a sweet crunch and vibrant color without affecting the flavor.
Will adding food coloring make the sugar wet or sticky?
Using just two drops of liquid food coloring and shaking well prevents the sugar from becoming too damp. For less moisture, gel food coloring is a great alternative to keep the sugar dry.
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Colored Sugar Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 64 servings 1x
Description
Colored sugar is a simple and fun way to add vibrant hues to your baked goods and desserts. This easy recipe uses just white sugar and a few drops of food coloring, shaken together to create beautifully tinted sugar in any color you desire, perfect for decorating cupcakes, cookies, and more.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 drops food coloring (any color)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect 1 cup of white sugar and 2 drops of your preferred food coloring.
- Combine Sugar and Coloring: Place the sugar into a jar with a tight-fitting lid and drip the food coloring directly onto the sugar.
- Shake to Mix: Close the lid tightly and shake the jar vigorously for about 1 minute until the sugar is evenly colored and blended.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for more intense colors without adding extra liquid.
- Make sure the jar lid is secure before shaking to avoid spills.
- Allow the colored sugar to dry on a baking sheet if it feels moist before using it for decoration.
- Store colored sugar in an airtight container to maintain freshness and color.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Baking Ingredient
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Universal
Keywords: colored sugar, sugar decoration, food coloring sugar, baking decoration, easy colored sugar recipe
