Cardamom Sugar

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I cannot eat cinnamon and there are times I miss the spice and aroma. I came up with this cinnamon sugar substitute. Enjoy this yummy sugar by sprinkling it on hot cereal, sliced fruit, or pastries. Ground cardamom could be substituted but the finished product will be less aromatic.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
24
Yield:
24 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

  • 20 pods cardamom, or more to taste

  • ¾ cup white sugar

Directions

  1. Crack cardamom pods open to remove seeds. Discard husks.

  2. Combine cardamom seeds and 2 tablespoons sugar in a spice grinder; grind until fine and evenly textured. Combine with remaining 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar. Transfer to a glass container; seal.

Cook's Note:

Use a mortar and pestle instead of a spice grinder to grind the cardamom if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

24 Calories
6g Carbs
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 24
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Total Sugars 6g
Calcium 0mg 0%
Potassium 1mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.