Rice Free Honey Lollipops
These golden lollipops are made from just a handful of pantry staples — raw honey, fresh lemon juice, a splash of water, and an optional pinch of ground ginger — so what you get is pure, clean sweetness with a bright citrusy edge. The honey cooks all the way to the hard-crack stage, transforming into a deep amber candy that's glossy, satisfying, and genuinely impressive for something this simple to make. A touch of coconut oil keeps the lollipops releasing cleanly from the molds, no fuss required. Grain-based fillers and starches have no place here, which makes these a refreshing alternative to most store-bought hard candies that sneak in unexpected additives. The lemon juice adds a subtle tartness that keeps the sweetness from feeling heavy, and the ginger option gives a gentle warmth that makes each lick feel a little more grown-up. They're a wonderful homemade treat to wrap up and gift, or just keep on the counter for whenever a candy craving strikes.
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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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