Description
Create stunning colored sugar crystals through a simple and educational crystallization process. Perfect for all ages!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of water
- 4 cups of granulated sugar
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Heat-resistant glass jar or container
- A small pot
- Spoon for stirring
- String (optional for hanging crystals)
- Pencil or stick (optional for securing string)
Instructions
- Prepare the sugar solution by combining 2 cups of water and 4 cups of granulated sugar in a pot.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add food coloring to your liking once the sugar solution is clear and stir until evenly distributed.
- Cool down the mixture slightly, then pour it into your heat-resistant jar after 15 minutes.
- Create the crystal base by dipping a string into the solution (if using) and anchoring it in the jar.
- Place the jar in a cool, undisturbed area to allow crystals to form over several days.
- Enjoy your crystals once they have reached the desired size!
Notes
Experiment with different colors and containers for unique crystal shapes. You can infuse flavor into your sugar solution for a tasty treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 75g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg