Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • flavored extracts (in various flavors)
  • liquid food coloring (optional, in various colors)

Instruction

  • Combine the corn syrup and sugar in a small stainless steel pot over medium-low heat. Stir with a rubber spatula occasionally until the sugar mixture is clear signifying all the sugar has been dissolved.
  • Add the candy thermometer and bring to a boil over medium heat, not stirring, until it has reached 300F or hard crack stage based on the candy thermometer.
  • While candy is coming to a boil, prepare bowls based on colors and flavors desired. Place drops of extract and food coloring in bowls.
  • Pour the hot sugar mixture into the bowls and stir quickly.
  • Again, acting quickly, pour 1-2 Tablespoons onto a silicon mat or into lollipop molds and quickly set in a lollipop stick and/or sprinkles.
  • The lollipops will setup in a matter of minutes.