Swirl Pops: Discover the Sweet Twist Everyone Loves!
Swirl Pops are colorful, fun, and delicious lollipops that combine various flavors in a delightful twist, making them a favorite treat for all ages.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 Swirl Pops 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon flavoring extract (e.g., cherry, lemon, or blue raspberry)
- Food coloring (various colors)
- 1/4 teaspoon citric acid (optional)
- Lollipop sticks
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before dividing the mixture into separate bowls for coloring and flavoring.
- Add food coloring and flavoring extract to each bowl, mixing well.
- Pour the colored mixtures in a swirling pattern onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Insert lollipop sticks into the swirls and let them cool completely until hardened.
- Once set, remove the Swirl Pops from the parchment and enjoy!
Notes
- Experiment with different flavor combinations and colors for unique Swirl Pops.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Be cautious with hot sugar syrup to avoid burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg