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Lilac Sugar Recipe
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Lilac Sugar Recipe

Learn how to make your own lilac sugar!
Prep Time10 minutes
Additional Time3 days
Total Time3 days 10 minutes
Author: Chloe | Boxwood Ave.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 cups lilac blossoms

Instructions

  • In a large mason jar, layer sugar and lilac blossoms.
  • Cover and rest for 2-3 days, shaking each day to prevent clumping.
  • After 2-3 days, pour the sugar mixture into a large baking dish. Use tongs to remove the flowers - removing as many as you can. This takes about 10 minutes of picking. This is a fun job for kids!
  • If desired, pulse the sugar in a food processor to break up any clumps that may have formed.
  • Divide the sugar into jars and store in a cool dry place.

Notes

While "making" this - shake daily, or twice daily to prevent clumps from forming.
The mixture will not smell pleasant while it is infusing. Don't worry, it will taste delicious once you remove the petals!