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- 6 cups extra fine granulated sugar (*see note below)
- 2 cups water
- Food coloring, if desired
- 12 to 15 bamboo skewers, cut down to preferred length
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, or more as needed
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 143g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 403 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 104.15g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 104.07g | 69% |
| Protein 0.0g | 0% |
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