One 3 lb 6 oz container fills 4 medium HR trays
Directions:
- Set your freeze dryer to 135℉. Skittles need 4-6 hours of dry time, set 24 hours of extra dry time to avoid missing the cycle’s end.
- Start the machine and let it cool for 15 minutes.
- While it cools, line your trays with parchment.
- Spread the skittles out across the trays, and try not to overcrowd the trays, some space is good because these expand.
- After 15 minutes, place the trays in the freeze dryer. Close the door and valve. Turn Candy Mode on.
- When prompted, add 1 minute of tray warm time. The countdown starts once the machine hits 135℉.
- When the warm time ends, the pump will start. The skittles should plump quickly.
- Run for 4-6 hours.
- Store in jars for short-term use or in mylar bags for long-term storage
Rehydration:
Not intended for rehydration. These are a freeze dried sweet treat!
Notes:
Overcrowding your trays will lead to Skittle Brittle, and you will need to break them apart if you want individual candies. You can put a layer of parchment over a layer of skittles and add another sparse layer of skittles on top instead of overcrowding all at one level.
Nutritional Value Per 27 pieces
Calories: 100 Protein: 0 g Fat: 1 g Carbohydrates: 26 g Sugar: 21 g Fiber: 0 g
Cycle times & rehydration for reference only. Your results may vary.
