Glass-like Flower Hearts
Transform pantry ingredients into beautiful glass-like flower hearts with this calming DIY process that invites creativity and mindfulness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Varies based on cookie cutter size
- Category: Dessert
- Method: DIY
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Sugar
- 1 cup Corn Syrup
- 1 tablespoon White Vinegar
- Food Coloring (optional)
- Wax Paper
- Cookie Cutters (in flower shapes or any design)
- Mixing Spoons
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup of water into your saucepan and add 2 cups of sugar, stirring gently to combine.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to dissolve, stirring occasionally.
- Add 1 cup of corn syrup and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, stirring slowly until fully incorporated.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it bubble for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and, if desired, drop in a few drops of food coloring and stir.
- Place wax paper flat on your workspace and carefully pour the mixture into your cookie cutters.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature until hardened, which can take several hours.
- Once hardened, carefully remove the flower hearts from the cookie cutters and allow them to dry fully for a few more hours.
Notes
Store the finished glass-like hearts in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight to maintain their vibrance.
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