Candied roses
A tempting DIY treat for desserts, cakes and more
Discover the magical world of candied roses and take your desserts to the next level. These sweet, crunchy rose petals are not only an eye-catcher on cakes and cupcakes, but also the perfect addition to special occasions such as Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day. Whether as a decoration or a sweet snack – candied roses are always a good choice if you want to create something special. Find out more about the versatile uses of rose petals and how you can easily candied them yourself.
What you can do with rose petals
Rose petals are incredibly versatile. In addition to candiing, they are perfect as a fragrant potpourri, for making rose sugar or rose salt, and even fresh for decorating dishes. However, it is important to note that the pleasant scent of dried rose petals disappears after a few days.
This is how rose petal candy works
Candiing rose petals is a simple process that produces an impressive result. With just a few ingredients and a little patience, you can create beautiful, crunchy rose petals that will add a touch of elegance to any dessert.
Shelf life of candied flowers
Flowers candied with egg white look prettier than those prepared with gum arabic. However, they only have a short shelf life and should be consumed within 4-5 days. This shouldn’t be a problem as they are so delicious that they will be eaten quickly. It is advisable to only make small quantities at a time to preserve the freshness and scent.
Edible rose petals: what to look out for
Not all rose petals are edible. To ensure that the leaves are edible, you should use wild and cultivated roses from the Rosa genus. Make sure to choose unsprayed roses from your own garden or from trusted sources. Other types of roses such as peonies, Christmas roses or hollyhocks are not suitable for consumption.
Candiing with alternative sweeteners
If you don’t want to use sugar, you can also candy rose petals with honey or maple syrup. Another option is to use substitutes such as birch sugar. In this recipe, coarse granulated sugar is used to nicely coat the flowers.
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Drying time: 2 hours
INGREDIENTS
- 2 pieces of egg white
- 4 pieces of rose heads (depending on size)
- 200 g granulated sugar
PREPARATION
- Carefully wash the rose heads (only the flowers of unsprayed roses) and pat dry with kitchen paper.
- Briefly beat the egg whites with a fork (beat only lightly, not until stiff).
- Using a brush, brush the rose petals with the egg white and sprinkle them thickly with sugar.
- Place the rose petals on a baking tray lined with baking paper and let them dry in the oven at 40 degrees for about 2 hours.
With this simple recipe you can make your own candied rose petals and use them to refine desserts and other sweet delicacies. Let your creativity run wild and enjoy the beauty and taste of this special creation!