I make lemon balm sugar by taking fresh lemon balm leaves and putting them through a food processor along with organic fair-trade granulated sugar.
What can Lemon Balm Sugar be used for?
Lemon balm sugar is wonderful for all kinds of things from desserts to drinks. My personal favorite suggestion is using it as a sugar rim on your favorite cocktail or even mocktail! Take a wide bowl and fill it with a little water, dip your glass in the water, wetting just the rim of the glass. Then dip the rim of the glass in the infused sugar and use the glass to make your beverage of choice! There are so many ways to incorporate lemon balm sugar. Take a look below to see my other suggestions.
Simple Syrup:
Lemon balm sugar can also be used to make simple syrup. Simple syrup is a versatile sweetener that can be used in various cocktails, iced teas, lemonades, and other beverages. It mixes easily and adds sweetness without the graininess of undissolved sugar. To make simple syrup, you will need equal parts sugar to water, a 1:1 ratio. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar completely dissolves. Once the sugar has dissolved and the liquid has thickened a bit, remove the saucepan from heat and let the simple syrup cool. Once cooled, transfer the syrup to a glass bottle or jar for storage or even the container the lemon balm sugar came with. Simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one month.
Lemon Balm-ade:
Lemon balm is a natural compliment to lemonade! Add a generous spoonful of lemon balm sugar (or you can use lemon balm simple syrup instead) to a pitcher of water with some lemon juice. Stir well to dissolve and enjoy a refreshing lemony drink with a subtle herbal twist!
Mocktail option:
For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the alcohol.
Lemon Balm Pancakes or Waffles:
Lemon balm sugar adds a lovely citrusy touch to pancakes or waffles. Before cooking, stir a spoonful or two of lemon balm sugar into your pancake or waffle batter. Cook according to package directions and enjoy!
Garnish:
This Lemon balm sugar can be used in many other ways as well, for example as a garnish for desserts like ice cream, sorbet, or yogurt. It adds a touch of sweetness and a lovely lemon balm aroma.
Baking:
Lemon balm infused sugar can be used in place of normal sugar in baking recipes to add a unique flavor. You can also sprinkle it on top of cookies, cakes, or muffins before or after baking for a touch of lemony sweetness.
Create Your Own Lemon Balm Delight! There are many ways to use this sugar! And you are encouraged to find new ways to incorporate lemon balm sugar into all your favorite dishes, desserts, and drinks!
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