Sprinkles Recipe
Colorful sprinkles for your dessert.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Coloring Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Mixing Ingredients
- 1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and cornstarch. Whisk them together until fully combined.
- 2
Add Flavorings
Add the vanilla extract and almond extract to the dry mixture. Mix well until the extracts are fully incorporated into the dry ingredients.
Coloring the Mixture
- 3
Incorporate Food Coloring
Divide the dry mixture into small bowls based on the number of colors you want. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl. Use a spoon or a whisk to mix until the color is evenly distributed. Add more food coloring as needed to achieve the desired shade.
Finalizing the Sprinkles
- 4
Shape the Sprinkles
Using a small piping bag or a plastic bag with the corner snipped off, pipe small dots of the colored mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper. Ensure they are spaced out to prevent sticking.
- 5
Dry the Sprinkles
Allow the sprinkles to dry at room temperature for 24 hours or until they are completely hardened.
- 6
Store the Sprinkles
Once dry, store the colorful sprinkles in an airtight container until you are ready to use them on your favorite desserts.