Preparation Steps

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
• Bring to a boil and cook without stirring until the mixture reaches 300°F (149°C) on a candy thermometer.
• Remove from heat and carefully stir in food coloring and flavor extract, if using.
• Quickly pour the mixture into small circles on the prepared baking sheet. You can also pour into molds.
• Insert lollipop sticks into the molten candy before it hardens.
• Let the suckers cool completely until hardened.
• Once hardened, wrap individually in cellophane or wax paper.