Calaveras De Alfe Ique Recipe

Name: Calaveras De Alfe Ique Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. powdered egg white (available at health food stores, online and at some supermarkets); 3/4 c. water; 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 c. light corn syrup; 8 c. powdered sugar; 2 c. cornstarch; 1/2 tsp powdered egg white; 3 Tbsp. water; 1 1/2 c. powdered sugar; 3 dsh red food coloring; 2 dsh cinnamon extract; 3 dsh blue food coloring; 2 dsh peppermint extract

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. powdered egg white (available at health food stores, online and at some supermarkets)
3/4 c. water
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 c. light corn syrup
8 c. powdered sugar
2 c. cornstarch
1/2 tsp powdered egg white
3 Tbsp. water
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
3 dsh red food coloring
2 dsh cinnamon extract
3 dsh blue food coloring
2 dsh peppermint extract

1
To make dough, whisk together egg white pwdr and water till foamy.
2
Add in remaining ingredients, except cornstarch.
3
Mix till a hard dough forms.
4
Pour 1 c. cornstarch into a wide, shallow pan.
5
Knead sugar dough in cornstarch till dough becomes smooth and pliable.
6
Roll dough in plastic wrap and chill till chilled through.
7
Shape dough into balls, using more cornstarch as needed, and then into skull shapes.
8
Use toothpicks and other tools to make eye and nose sockets, and the traditional big teeth.
9
To prepare icing, whisk together egg white pwdr and water.
10
Stir in powdered sugar.
11
Divide mix into two bowls.
12
To one bowl, add in red food coloring and cinnamon extract.
13
To the other, add in blue food coloring and peppermint extract.
14
Place icings into separate pastry bags and decorate skulls.
15
Set skulls aside to dry for several hrs.

2827

kcal

Calories

Fat

726

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. powdered egg white (available at health food stores, online and at some supermarkets), 3/4 c. water, 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 c. light corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Calaveras De Alfe Ique Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!