Carrageenan Free Honey Lollipops
These golden lollipops are made from just a handful of real, whole ingredients — raw honey, fresh lemon juice, and a whisper of ginger — so you know exactly what's going into every single one. For anyone navigating ingredient labels and avoiding certain food additives, homemade candy is a genuinely satisfying solution, and this recipe keeps things beautifully simple. The honey cooks down to a deep amber hard-crack candy that's glossy, fragrant, and full of warm, floral sweetness with a bright citrus finish. A touch of ground ginger is optional but adds a subtle warmth that makes these feel a little more grown-up than your average lollipop. The process is straightforward — you'll need a candy thermometer and a little patience as the syrup climbs to 300°F — but the payoff is a batch of gorgeous, jewel-toned treats that look like they came from a specialty candy shop. They make a wonderful homemade gift or a fun kitchen project, and once you've made them yourself, store-bought candy just doesn't compare.
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12 servings
- 1 cup raw honey
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)
- coconut oil, for greasing molds
Instructions
- 1
Lightly brush each cavity of the lollipop molds with coconut oil and place a lollipop stick in each mold slot. Set the prepared molds on a flat, heatproof surface.
- 2
Combine the honey and water in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently until the honey dissolves into the water, about 2 minutes.
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