Description
A vibrant and engaging activity to create colorful sugar eruptions resembling the cosmos, perfect for parties or as a unique gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Bowls for mixing
- Baking sheet or tray
- Parchment paper
- Squeeze bottles or small cups
- Spoon or spatula for mixing
Instructions
- Measure 1 cup of granulated sugar into a bowl.
- Divide the sugar into separate bowls if using different colors.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix well until desired hue is reached.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Use squeeze bottles or small cups to dribble or sprinkle the colored sugar onto the parchment paper.
- Alternate colors to create fun galaxy patterns.
- Optionally, add a small dollop of edible glitter for a celestial touch.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 10-15 minutes to harden slightly.
- Once dry, carefully remove the sugar eruption from the parchment paper and display it in a jar or as a centerpiece.
Notes
Mix flavored extracts or use natural food dyes for a healthier option. Customize colors for themed creations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: Culinary Arts
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg