Homemade Crystallised Flowers – Violets

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11

Homemade Crystallised Flowers - Violets recipe for a sweet and unique treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

no cook time

Ready In

overnight drying time

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	30 -40 30 -40 clean small whole fresh edible flowers or 30 -40 rose petals
	1 egg white
	caster sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

30-40 flowers

Calories

3-5 calories per flower

Sugar

Less than 1g

Fat

Less than 1g

Edible flowers are becoming a popular addition to cakes, cocktails, and other desserts. These Homemade Crystallised Flowers - Violets are one unique way to incorporate flowers into your culinary creations. Violets, with their delicate and sweet flavor, make for the perfect flower to use. The process of crystallising them preserves their beauty and taste, making them a great garnish for any dessert. These sweet additions to your creations are sure to impress your guests and add an extra touch of elegance to any dish.

Instructions

1.	Lightly beat egg white in a small dish until runny.
2.	Hold each flower by the stem and carefully dip it into the egg white using a paintbrush or toothpick to help.
3.	Use a sifter or small strainer to sprinkle caster sugar over it from all sides.
4.	Place the flowers on parchment on a rimmed baking sheet and leave them to dry overnight.
5.	Use immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a month.

PROS

These delicate, crystallised flowers make for a unique and stunning garnish on cakes or desserts.

They are a sweet and flavorful treat that are sure to impress guests.

Easy to make and store for up to a month.

CONS

While these flowers are beautiful and tasty, it is important to be aware of any allergies to the specific type of flower being used.

Also, the preparation process can be time consuming and requires some patience as the flowers need to dry overnight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Edible flowers have been used for their medicinal properties for centuries. Violets in particular are rich in vitamins A and C, which both possess antioxidant properties to boost the immune system and promote healthy skin, respectively. They also contain anti-inflammatory compounds and are used in herbal teas and tonics.