Description
Learn how to make Fizzy Kool-Aid Lollipops at home with this easy recipe. These colorful, fizzy treats are perfect for kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
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Sugar Mixture:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- â…” cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
Flavoring and Fizz:
- 1 package unsweetened Kool-Aid drink mix (any flavor)
- 1 tablespoon citric acid
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Additional:
- Lollipop sticks
- Candy thermometer
- Nonstick cooking spray or parchment for molds
Instructions
- Prepare Molds: Lightly spray lollipop molds with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment. Insert lollipop sticks and set aside.
- Make Sugar Mixture: In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Boil until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Add Flavor and Fizz: Remove from heat, stir in Kool-Aid powder and citric acid. Gently mix in baking soda.
- Pour into Molds: Quickly pour hot mixture into prepared molds and let cool.
- Enjoy: Once cooled and hardened, remove lollipops from molds and serve.
Notes
- Use caution when working with hot sugar syrup.
- Experiment with different Kool-Aid flavors for variety.
- Store lollipops in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Stovetop, Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lollipop
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
