How to Make Reproduction Sugar Cones
In the 17th and 18th centuries, sugar cones kept sugar in a compact, easy-to-store space. Think of sugar cones as larger versions of sugar cubes, but instead of dissolving the entire cone, a tea drinker would hold the cone with sugar tongs inside a tea cup until the desired amount of sugar dissolved. Making reproduction cones require using molds sold on the Internet, but you can substitute a tapered glass or paper cup. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- 1 lb. white or brown sugar
- 3 tbsp. water
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Cooking spray
- Sugar cone molds or paper cups
- Plastic wrap or paper
Instructions
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Combine the sugar with 1 tbsp. of water in a bowl, mixing with your hands.
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Add one more tablespoon of water to the sugar. Form the sugar into a ball shape. Add the third tablespoon of water only if the ball falls apart.
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Spray the inside of the sugar cone molds with cooking spray. Omit this step if using paper cups.
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Use a spoon to pack sugar into the bottom one-third of the mold, pressing firmly.
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Add two more batches of sugar to the molds, pushing the sugar down to pack it firmly.
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Leave the sugar molds uncovered for 24 to 48 hours until dried.
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Turn the molds upside down or peel off the paper cup to release the sugar cones.
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Wrap the finished cones in plastic wrap or paper for storage.
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