Learn how to make edible sand from cake scraps in 5 easy steps.
STEP 1
Break up your leftover cake and place the pieces onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
STEP 2
Dry the cake scraps in an oven on low heat. Roughly 20 to 30 minutes at 250 degrees.
STEP 3
When the pieces have cooled, place them into a food processor.
STEP 4
Pulse cake several times until you have a fine crumb.
STEP 5
Store the cake sand in an airtight container until ready to use. It should last about a month.
COMPLETE
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EDIBLE CAKE SAND
tutorial by Erin Gardner
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Cake Scraps (aka Cake Top)
Parchment Paper
Baking Sheet
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