Recipe for Sweet Charcoal of Kings
Sweet Kings' coal is a classic of the Christmas festivities, specially designed to add a fun and delicious touch to the day of the Three Wise Men. In this recipe, you will learn how to prepare homemade Kings' coal easily, with an artisanal finish that will delight both children and adults. Let's get to work!
Ingredients of Charcoal of Kings
To prepare this traditional sweet, you will need:
For the icing:
- 1 egg white
- A splash of lemon juice
- 200 g of icing sugar
- A few drops of black food coloring
For the syrup:
- 700 g white sugar
- 230 ml of water
How to make sweet charcoal step by step:
Prepare the icing:
- Beat the egg white together with the lemon juice using a food processor.
- Gradually add the icing sugar until you get a thick, homogeneous paste.
Separate the icing:
- Once ready, set aside 70 g of icing. This is the exact amount that will be used in the recipe.
Dyeing the icing:
- Add black food coloring to the icing until it becomes a deep color and set aside.
Prepare the syrup:
- Mix the sugar and water in a saucepan and heat over medium heat.
- Bring it to a boil until it reaches exactly 126 °C. (Use a kitchen thermometer for accuracy!)
Combine icing and syrup:
- When the syrup reaches the right temperature, carefully add the black icing to the saucepan.
- You will see that the mixture begins to rise and fall, forming a foam.
Pour and solidify:
- Pour the foamy mixture onto a tray lined with kitchen paper.
- Allow the charcoal to cool completely before breaking it into individual portions.
Colored Three Wise Men's Coal
🎨 Want a different touch? You can prepare colored charcoal using various food colorings. Replace the black with colors like red, green or blue for a fun and personalized finish. Perfect to surprise the little ones.
Where to buy charcoal from the Three Kings
If you prefer to enjoy a sweet charcoal without complications, at Bombonería Pons you will find high-quality artisanal options. Their special selection of products for Kings includes sweet charcoal, chocolates and other premium delicacies that are ideal for these celebrations.
Sweet charcoal is a tradition full of meaning and flavour. With this recipe, you can enjoy a homemade dessert that the whole family will love. Whether you prepare it at home or buy it at Bombonería Pons, this sweet will become a key piece to celebrate the day of the Three Wise Men. Merry Christmas!
