Extra kombucha scobys can pile up quickly if you are an avid kombucha brewer. When you tire of composting those scobys, try one of our methods for making a batch of scoby candy. It's a delicious, gummy, probiotic treat!
METHOD #1
Ingredients:
- Kombucha scoby
- Sugar
Instructions:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the scoby into 1-inch chunks.
- Mix the scoby pieces with sugar, using about the same amount of sugar as there are scoby pieces, to thoroughly coat.
- Put the coated scoby into a pot and heat to boiling. Boil for 15 minutes, then cool slightly.
- Pour off extra syrup and spread on parchment paper to cool completely.
METHOD #2
Ingredients:
- Kombucha scoby
- Raw Honey
Instructions:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the scoby into 1-inch chunks.
- Place scoby chunks in a bowl and cover with raw honey; soak for 24 hours.
- Drain and spread on lined dehydrator tray.
- Dehydrate at 110ºF for up to 48 hours, or until desired consistency is reached.
METHOD #3
Ingredients:
- Kombucha scoby
- Maple syrup or honey
- Filtered water
Instructions:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the scoby into 1-inch chunks.
- Place scoby chunks in a bowl and add a liquid mixture of 50% sweetener and 50% water, to cover; soak for 24 hours.
- Drain and spread on lined dehydrator tray or parchment paper. Cover with a cloth to keep pests away, if not using a dehydrator.
- Dry at 80-90ºF until desired consistency is reached.
Looking for more ways to use extra scobys? Check out our list of Uses for Extra Kombucha Scobys.
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