Sugared Rosemary
Dip fresh rosemary sprigs in simple syrup and sugar for a frosted garnish that looks like fresh snow.
Servings 15 sprigs
Calories 101kcal
Ingredients
- 10 to 20 sprigs fresh rosemary cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces
- 1¼ cups simple syrup plain or rosemary (see note)
- ½ cup white sugar such as coarse sanding sugar, granulated sugar or ½ cup of each
Instructions
- Choose sturdy sprigs of fresh rosemary. Cut the stems into 3- to 4-inch pieces. Try not to cut the leaves.10 to 20 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Pour the simple syrup into a jar, glass or small bowl that is deep enough for dipping.1¼ cups simple syrup
- Dip each sprig into the syrup to coat all of the leaves. Dip gently. (You can dip each end or the whole sprig, but I find it easier and less messy/sticky to hold the stem end and dip the leafy end.)
- Lift the sprig out and let the extra syrup drip off. Set the sprigs aside for 30 minutes or more, until they feel sticky but not wet.
- Wipe off any extra liquid from the sprigs.
- Pour the sugar into a shallow dish, such as a food storage container or shallow bowl. Roll each sprig in the sugar until it is coated.½ cup white sugar
- For a more realistic snowy look, roll the sprig in coarse sugar first and then in granulated sugar. This step is optional, and one kind of sugar is also fine.
Notes
Do not dip too hard. Try to keep the sprigs intact.
Let them dry completely. If the sprigs are too wet, the sugar gets clumpy and the leaves get heavy, flop over and do not stay sturdy.
Use white sugar only. Brown sugar will not give the snow-kissed look.
Make the sprigs the same day you plan to use them. They keep for a few hours before they start to brown and get heavy as the sugar hardens.
Save the leftover simple syrup and use it in other recipes. Plain syrup will not taste like rosemary.
Make the sprigs the same day you plan to use them. They keep for a few hours before they start to brown and get heavy as the sugar hardens.
Save the leftover simple syrup and use it in other recipes. Plain syrup will not taste like rosemary.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sprig | Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 0.002g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.002g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
