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A small pile of white sugar mixed with bright yellow lemon zest to make Lemon Sugar on a white saucer.

Lemon Sugar Recipe


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 35 min
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple recipe for making lemon-flavored sugar for baking or garnishing.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 large lemon

Instructions

  1. Place the granulated sugar in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the lemon zest to the sugar.
  3. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar until the sugar is fragrant and slightly moist.
  4. Spread the lemon sugar onto a small plate or baking sheet.
  5. Let the sugar air dry for about 30 minutes, or until completely dry.
  6. Store the lemon sugar in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a stronger lemon flavor, use the zest of two lemons.
  • You can use this sugar immediately if you prefer a slightly moist texture.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Baking Ingredient
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 48
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 0
  • Fat: 0
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 0
  • Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: lemon sugar, citrus sugar, baking ingredient, lemon zest sugar