Candied Mint

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Buddie
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  • Total Time 45 min Ico-add
  • Yield 1 Batch
  • Level Easy

Candied mint leaves (sometimes called crystallized mint leaves), an old fashioned treat, serve as an excellent garnish on desserts, bowls of fruit and other desserts.
 

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup superfine granulated sugar
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Directions

  1. 1. Rinse the mint leaves, pat dry and remove all of the stems.
  2. 2. Combine the egg white and water in a small bowl; mix well. Brush this mixture on to the leaves with a finger tip lightly coating both sides.
  3. 3. In a large bowl toss the leaves with the sugar and transfer to a sheet pan lined with wax paper or aluminum foil. Let stand until dry, six to eight hours depending on how warm and/or humid the room is.
  4. 4. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.