Description
Create whimsical, sweet-tart rhubarb ribbons with just a few ingredients—perfect for decorating desserts or enjoying as a unique treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh rhubarb stalks, sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler, slice rhubarb into thin strips.
- In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat gently until sugar dissolves to make a simple syrup.
- Add rhubarb strips to the syrup and let them soak briefly.
- Line a baking tray with a silicone mat and lay out the strips evenly.
- Bake at 200°F for about 45 minutes until the strips dry out but remain pliable.
- While warm, twist the strips into fun shapes. Let cool to set.
Notes
Best used as a garnish on cakes or tarts. Store in an airtight container once fully dry to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: candied rhubarb, rhubarb ribbons, edible decorations, dessert garnish, baked rhubarb