French Lavender And Vanilla Sugar For Elegant Cakes And Bakes Recipe

Infuse your baking with the intoxicating aroma of French lavender and the warm sweetness of Tahitian vanilla! This simple, yet elegant flavored sugar is a must-have for any baker. Perfect for sprinkling on cakes, scones, cookies, tarts, and more – even ice cream! This recipe makes a beautiful homemade gift, too. Just imagine: a jar of fragrant lavender sugar, tied with a ribbon and a sprig of lavender... *voila!* **Important Note:** Ensure your lavender is pesticide, fertilizer, and pollution-free for the best flavor and quality.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 774 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for French Lavender And Vanilla Sugar For Elegant Cakes And Bakes

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How to Make French Lavender And Vanilla Sugar For Elegant Cakes And Bakes

  1. Gently place 1 cup of dried French lavender buds and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar into a food processor or spice grinder.
  2. Pulse until the lavender is finely ground, resembling a spice (about 1 minute).
  3. In a large bowl, combine the ground lavender-sugar mixture with 4 cups of granulated sugar.
  4. Mix thoroughly until the lavender is evenly distributed.
  5. In a tall, attractive jar (Kilner jars are ideal), pour half of the lavender sugar mixture.
  6. Add 3 Tahitian vanilla beans, placing them towards the outside of the jar so they are visible.
  7. Carefully add the remaining lavender sugar, ensuring the vanilla beans remain upright.
  8. Seal the jar tightly and let it sit in a dark, cool, and dry place for at least 2 weeks to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. After 2 weeks, your sugar is ready to use! The vanilla beans can be reused several times.
  10. Store in a cool, dark, and dry place for up to 1 year.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

799g

Fat

0g

Carbs

66g