Sherbet powder, which literally means "sherbet powder", is a popular preparation in Australia, the UK and other parts of the world. It is an effervescent powder preparation based on sugar and other ingredients that recall the fresh and fruity flavor of the sorbet. While you can find it online, doing it at home is easy and fun. The powder can be made quickly and easily using flavored jelly or food flavorings that you can find at the supermarket. Since sherbet powder is often used to dip lollipops, you can also challenge yourself and make some to go with the powdered mix.
Ingrediants
Sherbet Powder with Flavored Jelly
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) of food-grade citric acid
- 3 tablespoons (25 g) of powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (20 g) of flavored gelatin crystals with the flavor of your choice
Sherbet Powder with Food Aromas
- 4 cups (500 g) of superfine sugar
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) of food-grade citric acid
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking soda
- A few drops of lemon and raspberry extract or aroma
- Yellow and red gel food coloring
Lollipop
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) of granulated sugar
- 7 tablespoons (150 g) of golden syrup
- ½ teaspoon (2 g) of cream of tartar
- 180 ml of water
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of orange or lemon extract
- Gel food coloring of your choice
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Make Sherbet Powder with Flavored Jelly
Step 1. Mix the ingredients in a bowl
Pour 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking soda, 1 teaspoon (5 g) of food-grade citric acid, 3 tablespoons (25 g) of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons (20 g) of flavored gelatin crystals of your choice into a small bowl. Mix the ingredients well with a spoon until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Powdered sugar can also be made at home.
- Gelatin crystals perform the same function as flavored gelatin.
- Edible citric acid is usually available in the most well-stocked supermarkets and hypermarkets. Order it on the internet if you can't find it.
- Citric acid helps to give the preparation sour notes, creating a pleasant contrast with the sweet taste of sugar. Furthermore, having a chemical reaction with bicarbonate, it allows to obtain an effervescent effect. You can add a little more citric acid to make the preparation even more sparkling.
Step 2. Move the sherbet powder to a plastic bag for storage
Once all the ingredients have been mixed, pour the mixture into an airtight plastic bag for storage. Make sure you have a separate sachet for each flavor.
The plastic bag can be replaced with any airtight container. A jar with a lid or a Tupperware will work as well
Step 3. Serve the mix with a lollipop or popsicle stick
The lollipop is one of the most used sweets to accompany sherbet powder. Dip the lollipop in the powder after licking it, then savor it. The lollipop can also be replaced with a simple wooden popsicle stick: just dip it into the preparation.
- Children often like to dip their fingers in sherbet powder and then lick it.
- This recipe allows you to make only one flavor of sherbet powder. To make more flavors, calculate 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking soda, 1 teaspoon (5 g) of food-grade citric acid and 3 tablespoons (25 g) of powdered sugar for every 2 tablespoons (20 g) of flavored gelatin.
Method 2 of 3: Prepare Sherbet Powder with Aromatic Extracts
Step 1. Grind the sugar using a food processor
Pour 4 cups (500g) of superfine sugar into the bowl of a food processor. Let it work for about 1 minute or until finely ground.
- Superfine sugar dissolves very easily.
- The food processor can be replaced with a spice grinder or a coffee grinder.
Step 2. Incorporate the citric acid and baking soda
Once the sugar has been ground, pour 2 teaspoons (10 g) of food-grade citric acid and 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking soda into the food processor. Blend for another 30 seconds or until you get a smooth blend.
Sodium bicarbonate can also be called monosodium carbonate
Step 3. Pour half of the powder into a bowl
After mixing the ingredients, pour half of the powder into a separate bowl. Put it aside momentarily.
Step 4. Incorporate the lemon extract and yellow food coloring into the remaining powder inside the food processor
Add 2 to 3 drops of lemon extract and a small amount of yellow gel food coloring to the remaining powder in the food processor. Blend again until you get a pastel yellow mixture. At this point, pour it into a clean bowl.
If desired, the lemon extract can be replaced with orange. In this case, use an orange gel food coloring to color the powder
Step 5. Repeat the process with the remaining powder, raspberry flavoring and red food coloring
Once you have removed the lemon flavored powder from the food processor, clean the bowl and pour the other half of the neutral powder into it. Add 2 to 3 drops of raspberry flavoring and a small amount of red food coloring. Blend as in the previous step until you get a pale pink blend.
The raspberry flavor is usually found in the dessert section of the supermarket, along with the other aromatic extracts
Step 6. Pour the preparations into an airtight container for storage
Prepare both flavors, pour them into 2 separate airtight containers for storage. You should have a bowl for each flavor to keep them from mixing.
Airtight plastic bags are very useful for storing the preparation
Step 7. Dip a lollipop in the preparation to enjoy it
Choose your favorite lollipop and lick it. Now, dip it in the sherbet powder so that the mixture adheres to the surface and lick it again. You can also dip a wooden popsicle stick or plastic spoon into the powder.
You can also dip your fingers in the dust if you don't have a problem getting dirty
Method 3 of 3: Prepare the Lollipops for Sherbet Powder
Step 1. Grease a lollipop mold
To prepare the lollipops you will need a special mold with 12 round cavities. Grease the compartments with vegetable oil in non-stick spray, so you can easily remove them once hardened.
- Candy and lollipop molds are usually found in stores that sell household items.
- If desired, you can choose molds with cute shapes, such as stars or hearts.
- It is not necessary to have a lollipop mold. You can also line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and grease it with non-stick spray. Prepare the mixture for the lollipops, pour it on the parchment paper. When it's time to pour it, make circles with the help of a spoon.
- The mold can also be greased with normal vegetable oil instead of the spray.
Step 2. Heat the sugar, golden syrup, cream of tartar and water
Pour 1 1/2 cups (300 g) of granulated sugar, 7 tablespoons (150 g) of golden syrup, 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) of cream of tartar and 180 ml of water into a large saucepan. Put it on the stove and set it to a moderate flame. Wait for the sugar to dissolve - this should take about 5-10 minutes.
- Golden syrup can be made at home, otherwise try to find it on the internet or in shops that sell imported products.
- It is best to use a deep saucepan to ensure that the hot mixture does not overflow during cooking.
- Make sure you stir the mixture regularly during cooking to prevent the sugar crystals from sticking to the pot.
Step 3. Bring the mixture to a boil
Once the sugar is dissolved, attach a clip-on cake thermometer to one side of the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil. This should take another 5 or 7 minutes.
Although it is not necessary to stir the mixture as often as required when dissolving the sugar, stir it occasionally to make sure it is cooking evenly
Step 4. Continue to cook the mixture until you reach the stage of the grand cassè
Once the mixture has come to a boil, continue to cook it over medium heat. Keep an eye on the thermometer for sweets and cook it until it reaches a temperature of about 155 ° C, which is the phase of the grand cassè.
As the mixture will be hot, be sure to handle it carefully
Step 5. Remove the pot from the heat, then add the extract and food coloring
As soon as the lollipop mixture reaches the right temperature, remove the pot from the heat. Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of orange or lemon extract and a small amount of the gel food coloring of your choice. Mix well until you get a homogeneous mixture.
The lemon or orange flavor or extract can be substituted for raspberry or lime
Step 6. Pour the mixture into the mold and secure the lollipop sticks
Once the mixture has been flavored and colored, carefully pour it into the greased lolly mold. Put a stick in each compartment so the lollipops can be easily grabbed.
- Lollipop sticks are usually found in stores that sell kitchen items.
- Be very careful when pouring the mixture. Since it will be hot, you risk getting burned if it gets on you.
- Aren't you going to use a lollipop mold? Let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes for it to thicken. This will make it easier to pour and create a circle with the help of a spoon.
Step 7. Let the lollipops cool completely before removing them from the mold
Once the mold is filled, let the lollipops sit for 10-15 minutes to harden and cool completely. Once thickened, gently fold the mold to remove them. Lick one and dip it in sherbet powder to savor it at its best.
Store unused lollipops in individual cellophane bags
Advice
- For children, sherbet powder is pleasant to taste but also to create. It is in fact possible to help them mix the ingredients and involve them in the realization.
- If you're planning on making homemade lollipops, it's best to make them with no kids around. Since the sugar mixture will be extremely hot, they risk getting burned.
- If you don't have time, you can buy ready-to-use lollipops to dip them into sherbet powder.
