Hey Lykkers! Ready for something sweet and fun? Let’s talk about one of the most iconic treats ever—lollipops!

Whether you’re enjoying them as a quick sugar fix or reminiscing about childhood, lollipops never go out of style. But, have you ever wondered what goes into making one? Let’s dive into the world of these colorful, fun treats, and We’ll even show you how to make your own at home!

A Sweet History

Lollipops, in their simplest form, have been around for centuries. Ancient cultures used sticks to eat honey or fruit-based sweets, but the modern lollipop we know today was likely popularized in the early 1900s.

The famous lollipop-making machine, patented in 1908, could produce a staggering 40 lollipops per minute—talk about efficiency!

DIY Lollipop Recipe: Customize Your Own Flavors!

Making lollipops at home is easier than you think, and the best part? You get to choose your flavors! Let’s get creative.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sugar (400 gr)

• ½ cup water (120 gr)

• ½ cup light corn syrup (173 gr)

• ½ tsp food coloring (any color you like)

• 1 tsp flavor extract (cherry, peppermint, lemon—your choice!)

• Lollipop sticks

• Candy thermometer

Instructions:

1. Prep the Mold

Place lollipop sticks onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or use a silicone lollipop mold.

2. Boil the Mixture

In a saucepan, mix the sugar, water, and corn syrup. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Once it starts boiling, stop stirring and let it reach 300°F (hard-crack stage) on your candy thermometer.

3. Add Flavor and Color

Remove the mixture from heat and quickly stir in the food coloring and flavor extract.

4. Pour and Set

Carefully pour the mixture into your lollipop molds or over the lollipop sticks on parchment. Let them cool and harden for about 20 minutes.

5. Enjoy!

Once set, pop them out of the mold and enjoy your homemade candy creation!

Fun Fact

Did you know that the world’s largest lollipop weighed over 7,000 pounds? It was made in California in 2012 and took a whopping 9 hours to create! Now, that’s a lollipop that would last for years!

Making your own lollipops is a fun activity for all ages, and the best part is getting to experiment with different flavors and colors. Plus, they make great gifts or party favors. So, Lykkers, ready to try this sweet DIY project and get creative with your own flavors? Let us know how it goes!