Tired of kids begging for strawberry lollipops? Homemade ones are far superior—and with this straightforward recipe from experienced confectioners, you control every ingredient.
Enjoy the confidence of serving treats free from dyes, chemicals, or additives.
Here's our trusted, foolproof method for perfect results every time:
- 150g golden cane sugar
- 60g strawberry fruit syrup
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 40ml of water
- 1 lemon
- 1 mold for 8 to 10 lollipops with sticks
1. Pour the water into a saucepan.
2. Add 150g golden cane sugar.
3. Pour in 60g strawberry fruit syrup.
4. Add 1 teaspoon of honey.
5. Heat over medium heat to 145°C.
6. Stir in 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
7. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
Tip: Test readiness by dropping a bit of syrup into cold water or a saucer—it should harden instantly.
8. Pour syrup into lollipop molds.
9. Insert sticks.
10. Cool for 30 minutes.
11. Gently unmold.
Your vibrant homemade strawberry lollipops are ready! Kids adore them, and parents appreciate the natural flavors. Experiment with syrups like caramel, mint, or grenadine.
For variety, swap syrup with 50ml citrus juice and 3 drops essential oil (lemon or grapefruit) at the end. Prefer round candies? Use shell molds—recipe unchanged.
Love this? Explore more in Linda Louis' authoritative book, L'Atelier des candies bios.
