Ingredients for Lollipops
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup water
- Any Desired Flavoring
- Any Desired Food Coloring
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How to Make Lollipops
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, and 1/2 cup water.
- Stir the mixture constantly over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Boil the mixture, without stirring, until it reaches 290°F (hard-crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Carefully remove the pan from the heat. Add your desired flavoring (e.g., 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract) and food coloring.
- Test the candy by dropping a small amount into a glass of ice water. If it immediately forms a hard ball that shatters when you tap it, it's ready.
- Quickly pour the hot candy mixture into well-greased lollipop molds.
- While the candy is still partially soft (but not too hot!), insert wooden lollipop sticks into the center of each lollipop.
- Allow the lollipops to cool completely and harden completely (at least 2 hours) before removing them from the molds.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
159g
Fat
0g
Carbs
13g
