Crystallized Violets
Delicate crystallized violets offer a sweet, floral treat perfect for garnishing desserts or enjoying as a fragrant confection. Elegant and visually stunning, suitable for special occasions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Remove violet heads from stalks.
- Wash very carefully and pat dry with paper towel.
- Put sugar and water into a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil.
- Heat until syrup reaches 240°F/120°C on a thermometer.
- Continue to boil for one minute. Reduce heat and drop in flowers, a few at a time.
- Leave to simmer for one minute.
- Remove carefully with a slotted spoon.
- Drain well and place on a sheet of foil to cool.
- Turn the violets at least once.
- Store in an airtight tin.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
97
kcal
5% DV
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).