DIY Lollipop Candy Beads
A fun and creative way to make your own lollipop candy beads, perfect for parties or as personalized gifts.
Ingredients
Candy Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- variety colors Food coloring Choose a variety of colors to customize.
- variety Flavoring extracts (such as vanilla, cherry, etc.) Select according to your taste.
Tools and Equipment
- 1 Candy thermometer Essential for measuring the temperature.
- 1 Lollipop sticks or toothpicks For sticking in the candy.
- 1 Silicone mold or parchment paper To shape the candy.
- 1 spray Cooking spray For greasing molds or parchment.
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear a flat, clean surface for crafting and gather all materials and tools.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a saucepan, mix sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir together over medium heat until dissolved.
Heating Mixture
- Attach the candy thermometer to the pan and allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
Adding Colors and Flavors
- Once at temperature, remove from heat, divide the mixture into bowls, and add food coloring and flavoring extracts to each bowl, stirring quickly.
Pouring into Molds
- Lightly spray silicone molds or line a baking sheet with parchment paper and carefully pour the hot candy mixture into molds or drop spoonfuls onto the prepared sheet.
Inserting Sticks
- If using lollipop sticks, insert them immediately into the hot candy before it sets.
Cooling and Setting
- Allow candy to cool completely at room temperature until hardened.
Unmolding
- Once set, gently release your candy beads from molds and store in an airtight container to keep fresh.
Notes
Experiment with different colors for seasonal themes and try using natural ingredients for a healthier twist.