Ocean Swirl Lollipops
Delightful and colorful lollipops that mimic the ocean's vibrant colors, perfect for parties and creative activities.
Ingredients
Lollipop Base
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2/3 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 cup Water
Coloring and Flavoring
- Food coloring (blue, green, white) Use in small amounts.
- Flavoring extracts (your choice, e.g., vanilla, mint) Choose any preferred flavor.
Tools
- Lollipop sticks
- Candy thermometer Essential for measuring temperature.
- Silicone lollipop molds
- Cooking spray To prevent sticking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Spray your silicone lollipop molds with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Making the Candy Mixture
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water.
- Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
Heating the Mixture
- Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches about 300°F (hard crack stage).
Color and Flavoring
- Once at the right temperature, remove from heat and divide the mixture into three separate bowls.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl, mixing to achieve your preferred ocean colors.
- Stir in your chosen flavor extracts.
Pouring the Mixture
- Quickly and carefully pour the colored mixtures into the molds, allowing them to swirl together for a marbled effect.
- Use a lollipop stick in each mold and gently twist to create swirls.
Cooling
- Let the lollipops cool completely until hardened, typically about 30 minutes.
Finishing
- Carefully remove the lollipops from the molds.
- Enjoy your Ocean Swirl Lollipops, or package them as gifts!
Notes
Experiment with different flavor extracts and shades or add glitter for variation. Store lollipops in an airtight container.