Vida Recetas Editorial
Homemade spun egg is a traditional Spanish confection, especially popular at Christmas. This egg recipe consists of thin strands of yolk cooked in a sugar and water syrup, used to decorate desserts, cakes, or simply enjoyed alone as a treat. Its delicate texture and sweet flavor make it a unique delicacy.
Its origins date back to Spanish convents, where nuns made sweets with basic ingredients like eggs and sugar. The result is a golden, shiny thread that adds elegance to any presentation.
This homemade version is ideal for those seeking an authentic sweet without complications. It is easy, but requires patience and precision. The ingredients are simple: egg yolks, sugar, water, and ice. The technique involves passing the yolk through a syringe to create thin threads that set in the hot syrup and cool in ice water.
You can serve it on cookies, bread, ice cream, or as a decoration for your favorite desserts. Undoubtedly, a classic that will surprise your guests. Go ahead and prepare it to enjoy this delicious Christmas treat!
Cook
35 min
Servings
6
First of all, we carefully separate the yolks from the whites of the six eggs.
Then we pass the yolks through a sieve to remove any impurities and traces of white that may remain, and reserve them in a bowl while we prepare the next step, the syrup.
To make the syrup, we put the glass of sugar and the glass of water in a medium pot, it must be the same amount of water as sugar for it to be perfect for us.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 35 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 6 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
