Pashmak Recipe
Persian · Dessert · 25 min total
Pashmak is a traditional Persian cotton candy, made by spinning sugar into fine, fluffy threads. This recipe recreates the delicate texture at home using simple ingredients.
10
min prep
min prep
15
min cook
min cook
6
servings
servings
160
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a boil without stirring. Attach a candy thermometer and cook until mixture reaches 310°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in rose water and vinegar. Let cool for 2 minutes.
- Pour the hot syrup onto a greased marble slab or silicone mat. Let cool until pliable but not hard, about 5 minutes.
- Using a bench scraper or metal spatula, fold the edges toward the center repeatedly until the mass becomes opaque and stretchy.
- Begin pulling and stretching the mass with both hands, folding it over itself repeatedly. Continue until it becomes thin, shiny threads. Work quickly.
- As threads form, gather them into a fluffy nest. If the mass hardens, microwave briefly (10 seconds) to soften.
- Sprinkle with cardamom if desired. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Tips
- Work in a cool, dry room for best results.
- If the sugar hardens before pulling, reheat in microwave for 5-10 seconds.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days; humidity will cause stickiness.
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