Lavender sugar is a sweet and floral delight! It can be used in so many ways in your kitchen or make for a lovely gift. It only requires two ingredients and a food processor to create.
There's nothing quite like when the garden and the kitchen meet up in exciting and delicious ways. This is truly a special little recipe! It is so easy to make yet yields a very fancy and unique sugar.
Using lavender to create a lavender infused honey is delicious but definitely takes longer. This is a great way to make a lavender sweetener in less time! I also love making homemade vanilla sugar for baking and gifting!
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What is lavender sugar used for?
- Beverages - Use it in a beverage recipe (such as lemonade) or use it to rim your glass! It's the perfect touch when you are serving lavender honey lemonade.
- Baked goods - Use this in a simple baking recipe (with the flavors in mind, of course!) to add a personalized touch. Sprinkle it on top of sugar cookies, scones, or even cakes for an added bit of sparkle and flavor.
- Tea or coffee - Add a spoonful of lavender sugar to your next cup of tea or coffee to sweeten it up!
- A gift - This makes a great homemade gift for anyone in your life who loves cooking and baking and/or herbs!
This sugar has a sweet floral flavor that isn't overwhelming (nor is it soapy!) 1 tablespoon gives you a lovely touch of lavender whereas 2 tablespoons is much more intense. The choice is yours!
What you need
- Dried lavender - Culinary grade dried lavender can sometimes be sourced locally or you can purchase it online. If you are sourcing from your own garden or locally, be sure to dry the lavender as you don't want any moisture content in your lavender sugar!
- Sugar - While I use raw unbleached cane sugar, you can also use conventional white sugar if that is what you prefer.
It can last 6-12 months in an airtight jar. Store in a cool dark place between uses.
What you need
- 2 cups raw unbleached cane sugar (or white sugar)
- 1-2 tablespoons dried culinary grade lavender
- Food processor
- Airtight container
How to make Lavender Sugar
- Put 1 cup of sugar and your dried lavender into the food processor. Chop it up for 10-second intervals until the lavender is finely ground. (Don't overdo it!)
2. Add the sugar and lavender combination in with the remaining sugar and mix it all together well.
3. Transfer to an airtight container and label with the name and date. Enjoy!
Notes
- 1 tablespoon of dried lavender gives you a lovely touch of the flavor whereas 2 tablespoons is much more intense. The choice is yours!
- Don't over process your sugar.
- Be sure no moisture is introduced to your lavender sugar by using fully dried culinary grade lavender.
- Store for 6-12 months in a labeled airtight container in a cool dark place.
Lavender Sugar
Lavender sugar is a sweet and floral delight! It can be used in so many ways in your kitchen or make for a lovely gift. It only requires two ingredients and a food processor to create.
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw unbleached cane sugar (or white sugar)
- 1-2 tablespoons dried culinary grade lavender
Instructions
- Put 1 cup of sugar and your dried lavender into the food processor. Chop it up for 10-second intervals until the lavender is finely ground. (Don't overdo it!)
- Add the sugar and lavender combination in with the remaining sugar and mix it all together well.
- Transfer to an airtight container and label with the name and date. Enjoy!
Notes
- 1 tablespoon gives you a lovely touch of lavender whereas 2 tablespoons is much more intense. The choice is yours!
- Don't over-process your sugar.
- Be sure no moisture is introduced to your lavender sugar by using fully dried culinary grade lavender.
- Store for 6-12 months in a labeled airtight container in a cool dark place.
Sara says
I can't wait to try this recipe using fresh lavender this summer. I love all of your ideas!
Mariana says
Sara,
Oh how lovely! Thank you so much!! Enjoy!
-Mariana