Homemade Mixed Citrus Sugar is what happens when you cannot decide which citrus flavor of sugar to create. So why not go whole hog and use every variety you can find at the market? In this case, pink grapefruit, orange, tangerine, lemon, and lime make a confetti explosion of flavors and color.
Creating flavored sugar is so easy, you will never buy the store-bought version again. First, choose your citrus and wash them carefully. Using organic, non-treated citrus is your best option. Then, place white granulated sugar in a bowl. Use a zester or grater to scrape the rinds off each piece of fruit. Use your hands to mix the zest into the sugar. However, make sure you rub the zests into the sugar to release the oils.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at a low temperature for about an hour. Let the Homemade Mixed Citrus Sugar cool completely. Then scrunch it up in the parchment paper to break it up. Transfer to a blender or a food processor and pulse to get rid of any leftover clumps. And here you have it. A lovely scented batch of sugar in a gorgeous color. Pour into a decorative container with a good seal and show it off on your counter. Consequently, bragging rights are encouraged.
Citrus Sugar Uses
- There are so many creative ways to use Homemade Mixed Citrus Sugar. Here are a few:
- Rim cocktail glasses to fancy up drinks and to add a pop of flavor.
- Swap out white granulated sugar for this flavorful version. It takes plain recipes like sugar cookies or pound cakes to the next level.
- Add to hot or iced coffees and teas for fancy flavors.
Citrus Sugar
Ingredients
- 5 citrus I used 1 lemon, 1 lime, 1 pink grapefruit, 1 orange, 1 tangerine
- 1 +1/4 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 150F.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place the sugar in a bowl.
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Wash the fruit thoroughly in hot water and dry.
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Grate the peels into a bowl containing the sugar.
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Knead thoroughly with your hands until the sugar is colored and moist.
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Spread out in a thin layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 1 hour or until the sugar is crisp and dry. Let cool completely.
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Scrunch the sugar up in the parchment paper, gently squeezing to break it up.
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Transfer to a food processor and carefully pulse to break up any large pieces of sugar.
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Transfer to a container with a good seal. The sugar should keep its flavor for at least 2 months.
So, do you like this Homemade Mixed Citrus Sugar? Then also check out some of these other delicious recipes:
PRESERVED LEMON LIME PASTA SALAD
CARAMELIZED CITRUS CREAM TART
CUTIE LINZER COOKIES
