Kombucha SCOBY Candy
With over 55 rave reviews, this caramelized kombucha SCOBY candy is a guaranteed hit for any kombucha lover! Its unique, chewy texture and caramelized flavor make for a surprisingly tasty, waste-free treat—perfect for using up those extra "mothers" and enjoying every last bit of your brew!
Ingredients
- Kombucha SCOBY however many you have or are willing to use
- Equal part sugar as SCOBY* by weight
- A dash of lemon juice
- equal parts lemon zest and sugar Optional
Instructions
- Cut: Rinse SCOBY to remove gunky stringy things, then dice with clean scissors or a very sharp knife.
- Boil: Gently combine SCOBY squares, sugar, and a tablespoon or so of lemon juice in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 7 to 10 minutes (if you have a candy thermometer, aim for 250 degrees F, 120 C), stirring frequently.
- Coat: Remove the pot from the stove and, with a perforated spoon, remove the candies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow syrup to cool until slightly thickened, then pour over the candies.
- Bake: Bake at 350 degrees F (175 C) for about 10 minutes. Remove and allow candies to cool. Optionally, sprinkle with a mix of lemon zest and sugar.
Notes
*If you have a kitchen scale, weigh your SCOBY and use an equal weight of sugar. If you don't have a scale, measure the SCOBY in a measuring cup and use an equal amount of sugar. This recipe is very loosey-goosey because everyone's SCOBY is different in size, shape, and flavor!
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
The nutrition calculation for these is a bit tricky, so just know that they contain a LOT of sugar (they're definitely more of a candy than a "health food").
Adapted from the Art of Fermentation.
