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A glass mason jar of rose sugar with pale apricot rose petals on top, sitting next to a vase of white, apricot, and pink roses, a jar of sugar, and a gold lid and rose petals on the kitchen counter.

Sweet Rose Sugar

This memorable, delicious rose sugar can turn up the volume of pretty much any dessert or drink where you want to add a hint of sweet roses. It's beautiful, cheap, and simple to make! It is also a great homemade gift.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 8 ounces

Equipment

  • 8 ounce glass jar or other airtight container
  • small ladle, spoon, or scoop
  • funnel (optional)

Ingredients

  • fragrant, fresh rose petals (a few colors makes it more beautiful)
  • 8 oz granulated sugar

Instructions

  • First, take care in removing the best rose petals. They should be firm, dry, and unblemished.
  • Next, add a few scoops of sugar into the bottom of your jar or other container. (You can use a funnel to make it easier.) Then add 3 rose petals.
  • Add a few more scoops of sugar and an additional 2 or 3 rose petals.
  • Continue building the layers until your jar is nearly full. Then top it with some rose petals and cover them with a layer of sugar.
  • Add a tight lid, label your jar, and set it out of the way and out of direct sunlight. Your rose sugar will be ready to use in a few days, but the flavor and scent will deepen over time.