Infused sugars are a great last-minute hostess gift idea or a sweet {pun intended} favor for an adult gathering. And they couldn’t be easier {or more affordable} to make! This orange infused sugar can be whipped up in less than five minutes and the subtle orange taste is a delight!
To make one small jar, measure 1/2 cup sugar into a bowl. I love the look {and taste} of raw sugar but regular white granulated sugar also works just as well. Add 1/2-1 teaspoon of orange extract, depending how strong you want the flavor, and mix well with a fork or spoon. Toss the sugar to get the extract mixed throughout.
Package the sugar in a small mason jar or container and add something cute to the top. A cupcake wrapper is a really simple way to brighten up a jar and can be tied on with a piece of colored twine or ribbon. {If it slips while you’re trying to tie it on, add a small piece of double sided tape to the inside.}
Add a label {or not} and you have a simple gift to take to the hostess at your next dinner party. Orange infused sugar can be used as a substitute for regular sugar in baking {imagine a subtle orange flavor added to fudgy chocolate brownies or shortbread} or as a citrus-y way to sweeten a cup of tea.
And who can resist a cute little jar of anything?
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