How to make lollipops (with/without a mold) - with yoyomax12

How to make homemade hard-candy lollipops using a candy mold, a cornstarch mold and no mold at all :)
Candy Apple Chips Video:
• How to Make Candy Appl...
2 cups white granulated sugar (200g)
2/3 cups corn syrup (160 ml)
1/4 cup water (60 ml)
flavouring (like almond, lemon, orange extracts) or candy oils. I used 1 tsp (5ml)
food colour if desired
Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, flavouring and food colouring in a large saucepan. Heat over high heat, stirring constantly until mixture starts to boil. After the mixture boils, stop stirring and reduce heat slightly keeping the mixture at a vigorous boil. You can use a pastry brush dipped in cold water to wipe down the sides of the saucepan to dissolve sugar crystals. This is supposed to help sudden crystallization of the sugar mixture, but this has never happened to me in all the years I have been making candy.
Cook the candy until it reaches a temperature of 310 F (154 C). If you are making free-form lollipops, place the hot saucepan into an ice bath to cool it down. Let sit about 20 seconds. Swirl pan 2 minutes more to cool.
Pour syrup into another container with a spout if desired. Working quickly, pour syrup onto baking sheets covered with silicone mat or parchment paper, forming circles and spacing circles about 3 inches apart. Press a lollipop stick into each circle. Add sprinkles to lollipops if desired, pressing them into the candy (carefully) with fingers or wooden skewer.
Molds I bought were found here:
www.goldaskitch...
Here is an excellent tutorial on how to make many small candies using the cornstarch method.
www.instructabl...
Good visual/video description of the candy stages (you need hard-crack stage for this recipe)
www.exploratori...
NOTES:
This candy will become sticky at room temperature very quickly especially in a humid room/climate. I find that if you put the in the refrigerator (not freezer) UNCOVERED they will stay dry.
I mention in the video that I added the colour at the beginning and that this was okay, after reading a little about this I have found the following on this website:
baking911.com/l...
"And also (I could go on and on about colors) color should be added late in the cooking process, after the syrup reaches 275 degrees. The reason is that trace amounts of acid in food colors tend to "invert" the sucrose, a side-effect of which is to soften it, making the end result sticky. The longer the acid is in contact with the hot syrup, the more pronounced the inversion."
I recommend adding the colour after the syrup reaches 275F and maybe that will help with the stickiness.
Corn starch molds:
Sifting the corn starch into the container may help achieving a smooth mold, also properly smoothing the top will help too.
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[@emmymade]

Using cornstarch as a mold - how clever! It's like sand casting, but edible. :)

[@maggiesmith1600]

Try powdered sugar...its better

[@stephanietougas8377]

I think that powdered sugar would work as well either way its absolutely genius!

[@13linkinparkluver13]

I love that the cornstarch molds pick up details so well, because you could probably push a leaf into it and make leaf-shaped lollypops for autumn and they would look real. :)

[@BlackWhiteandRed69]

I find the clean up of hard candy to be oddly satisfying, just seeing it dissolve is weirdly relaxing :P

[@CookingAndCrafting]

Well, as you know, I have this crazy fear about making sugar stuff on the stove. But I need to grow up and start to test it. We make it with li hing mui inside of them and they are DELICIOUS. So it may be time. Thanks for showing us and sharing how to clean out that pan.

[@CaliforniaTravelTips]

I love li hing mui!

[@PepperPhoenix]

I used to be scared of sugar on the stove too. :) I got over it by starting with a really big heavy bottomed pan and making a small batch, maybe that would work for you.

[@JennsCorner777]

BETH!!! Love your channel too! Get your feet wet with a chocolate fudge recipe to get used to using a sugar thermometer its not so easy because you have to constantly stir to keep it from getting grainy but it still seems easier than sugar lol

[@diydollcandy8134]

i love ur channel,beth

[@CookingAndCrafting]

Christina Giavadi Thanks Christina!

[@MissSparkyShark]

The cornstarch method is so cool, I had no idea about it! oh and I love the new intro

[@inaenie.]

8years ago

[@Ultimatecruegirl]

I adore homemade lollypops. Great recipe and I never thought of adding the sprinkles in. TFS Tammy!

[@Sudhamani00]

Thank you for this recipe! I wanted to make it without the mold and tried your recipe without the corn syrup .It turned out well!

[@saimashahzad7863]

Hello it can be made without corn syrup?I made it with gulocose my lolypops gets sort n nt hard

[@yoyomax12]

I am looking forward to trying out different mold with the cornstarch. It is amazing how much of the fine detail is transferred to the candy. :)

[@dreesparza941]

Have you attempted any other shapes

[@yoyomax12]

I bought a chocolate mold years ago and washed it. I wanted to use is right away and wanted to dry it quickly so I put it in the oven on low and within a few minutes it was melted flat! Learned the hard way too, lol.

[@Sarahle3]

This was fun to watch, and thanks so much for showing us how to make it without fancy equipment - it's a huge help.

[@merindymorgenson3184]

Thank you so much fo including the cornstarch mold method! I don’t have access to candy molds, at least they’re difficult to find here, so I thought I was going to have to wait to make the lollipops until I could order some from the States or overseas. I’m so happy to report that the lollipops turned out great! Not perfect like I’d imagine from a mold, but good enough for me!

[@mooshroom22]

Thank you so much for taking the time to write out the recipe in the description box! it really helps if you want to have a check of the recipe while making these! and for putting the degrees in C

[@bennettdierckman4388]

Fantastic! Excellent idea to make free forms once the candy starts to harden and is less easy to get into molds

[@yoyomax12]

Thanks!

[@gentilnguyen]

Hi Tammy! Just wanted to let you know that I absolutely adore your videos! I've been watching since you only did cupcake decorating and fun crafts :) your channel has grown so much since then!

[@mrs.elfriderichardson-osep1646]

Hi, yoyomax12. There is no need to mix the sugar, corn syrup etc. If you just put all the ingredients to a boil is okay. The cornstarch mold is very interesting. Going to try that one. Thanks for the tip

[@Lovesickobsession19]

I was waiting for the clean up because I really want to make christmasy ones this year because my mom, step dad, brother and sister will be visiting us this year, and the idea of the clean up was terrifying for me, but since it's so easy, I can't wait for December so I can give these a shot!

[@yoyomax12]

aww too bad! Koolaid sounded like a good idea to me too :) Sorry they didn't work out, but the good thing about this recipe is that the ingredients aren't too costly so a fail isn't too bad :)

[@916nicoya]

Awesome I love how you showed different methods! :) great job they look beautiful and yummy.

[@yoyomax12]

The sides and bottom may have some crystallized sugar on them and may cause the whole batch to crystallize suddenly. You usually don't scrape the sides down for fudge either :)

[@rightnowrouge9495]

This was SUPER friggin helpful. I cant wait to try the cornstarch method.

[@yoyomax12]

Glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for watching :)

[@JLU1967]

i never make your stuff but i watch it because your so good at it

[@NanaMuffinLady]

they remind me of my childhood! :)

[@haileyalicia3]

i love you yoyomax12 i am 10 years old and my mom always try and make your foods it is so fun watching you cook on your vidoes i might be your youngest fan i love you bye

[@Dawggo]

im a guy and ive watched a few videos like 3 videos of candy rock candy video 2 of them and 1 video which this one is the one i jsut finished and i thought this is the sweetest stuff ever! i never knew that people actually knew how to make this stuff lol i just thought it was magic haha

[@yoyomax12]

Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@Jazzie21569]

I'm so excited to see the candy apply chips video...I hope Nov. 4th comes fast! Love your videos, every time I am looking to bake something I always turn to your videos for recipes and baking ideas. Thank you! :D

[@sophiejaxx]

This is so cool I'm 11 and I love baking and I was look ing for good recipes and you are so good 💛

[@Jazza9630]

Yum! I made them and they taste so good!

[@SuperRANDOMNESS003]

Thank you!! I made my lollipops with 1tsp of lemon, and one tsp. of orange. they turned out fantastic!

[@abbielouise1354]

please do another video on making moulds out of cornstarch? so clever, you're my favourite cooking/baking channel, love all your videos & ideas! :D

[@LizLizLizLizLizKay]

Ah, I love you, I've watched your videos for quite a long time and your videos are so relaxing.

[@meriatonB]

Instead of cornstarch, you can also use powdered sugar. :)

[@alecsc]

No you can't, because if you do, when you pour the hot candy in, the sugar will likely melt.

[@MinnieM111]

can you also use flour instead of powdered suger or cornstarch?

[@alecsc]

minnie madimin No, the flour will clump up and become liquidy when you pour the candy in. Corn flour/starch is the only option.

[@MinnieM111]

oh oke thx :)

[@rafif1662]

So i tried my first batch, and it burnt. Still taste good, though

[@ssebiyikiathanas707]

Woo marvelous God bless you. The corn starch mold is the best

[@TrueTydin]

id be interested to see what a leaf pressed into the corn starch to make a mold would look like

[@pige0223]

Tydin it would taste kinda leafy tho from the leaf print I guess

[@sussyimposter7055]

No, it wouldn’t,

[@ValeriePallaoro]

Thank you so much for the link to the description of candy stages; very much appreciated, it helped me understand so much. You are so kind.

[@SiNgAm3s]

You're a life saver, I forgot about a secret santa event for this year and this will make the perfect gift.

[@yoyomax12]

Yes all you have to do is omit the food colour. They won't be perfectly clear as the candy will be slightly yellow.

[@inlovewithJLT]

Did the cornstarch left on the lollipop affect the taste at all? If so, do you think powdered sugar would be a viable alternative?

[@themixplate3024]

Corn starch is tasteless it dosen't effects the taste

[@themixplate3024]

U cant use sugar as mold cause it will melt due the hot sauce

[@fractals330]

Wow! Those lollipops are AMAZING! Great job!!! :D

[@lykri3350]

Thank you! I watched four videos on how to make lollipops and the first three didn't help me past getting the misture ready to pour, so I ended up with a mess and had no real clue how to clean up. Simple--but I wasn't thinking hot water. So NOW I can clean up.

[@kathrynmat6857]

Sponsored by your local dentist. LOL - No seriously - thoroughly enjoyed this. Just got through making some rock candy and there was so much of the sugar syrup left in the jars I wanted to use it for something, so think this will do the trick. Thank you.

[@mrs.thomas-usmcwife5686]

Does the cornstarch mess with the flavor of the lollipop? Could you use powdered sugar instead?

[@mddell58]

No.

[@iamyourfalsegod]

Gummies and hard candies that are mass produced (gummy bears and Jolly Ranchers for example) are all made using the corn starch method. Huge trays with corn starch are molded and poured. After the candy is set, they are sent to huge drums where they are tumbled. The tumbling buffs and polished the candy and gets rid of all the corn starch residue. The the starch is sifted and used again for another batch.

[@hibiki-domo6463]

I just had to do it the 3 ways!It was very fun,I didnt want to cook the candy without doing the corn startch way,it was really fun,Thank you yoyo!

[@chanasam9997]

Hi imma big fan, I’ve been watching since 2013 when I was 8! I am 14 and still enjoy watching your vids

[@tokyorosa]

I'm intrigued by this process of using cornstarch also! I'd love to see another video of your experiments. I wonder if a rub down with a bit of vegetable oil would remove/shine up the candy after it's removed from the cornstarch.

[@sofiapulido1187]

best candy youtuber

[@dampiinc.8381]

Sofia Pulido ga candy mo

[@thisisian62]

What did it taste like ? 🙂

[@wildheart5]

I love these! The flower ones are really beautiful.

[@mr.baloney9519]

Thank you so much! It is so fun and easy for kids to do. DELECIOUS!

[@raymondtolner1600]

Mr. Baloney would not recommend for children, the high temperature can do serious damage, even making taffy at 250 can result in serious burns

[@Nievesowns]

I dont eat sweets but im very fascinated with your videos :D i enjoy them alot

[@Lunabad]

ooooo! really excited about the candy apple chips!!

[@yoyomax12]

Thank you for sticking around with me :) Cupcake decorating was fun and I will still do those every once and a while.

[@MzKinkyCurl]

Thanks for this video! I have tried and failed at these types of lollipops. Thanks for clearly explaining you can't use the other chocolate molds for these cease they will obviously melt.

[@matthewdelia9329]

Totally random but u sound a lot like melissa McCarthy awesome video also

[@Bonstergirl1]

I love your video on how to do this.. its the best ive seen yet.. no rubbish..just great ideas and hints.. thankyou :)

[@yoyomax12]

This is a very nice compliment indeed. Thank you!

[@CupcakeCutie856]

Oh and instead of cornstarch can i use powdered sugar please it will make my day if you answer im such a fan!

[@lunavixen015]

For those who don't know (or those who live in Australia) glucose syrup is light corn syrup.

[@chickapey]

I think it's great you tried it though! Maybe the kids would like to try again for the holidays!

[@jahh7705]

I used the corn starch and they turned out great. I made mine vanilla. we had so much extra i drizzled the rest on parchment paper so it made like a lollipop brittle!

[@MrWalksindarkness]

Could you add sprinkles before the candy so they wouldn't just be on one side? Or do you think that would melt them? I love your videos!

[@YoochunViolet]

Thanks A Lot 4 Ur Recipes ^__^ I Dont Have Scale...So In This Case What Can I Do After The Step Of Boiling The Mixture?? How Many Minutes Should I Leave The Mixture After Boiling???

[@yoyomax12]

Nope, they are washable and re-usable, I`ve had the same ones for years

[@JustMe-tm1vr]

Powered sugar or powder icing works great as well.

[@Bekind123Jojo]

Thank you for this video, it was very helpful and enjoyable!

[@hannahcarey51]

Can you use golden syrup as a substitute for corn syrup?

[@sussyimposter7055]

Hannah Carey Yes, you can. I believe so, not sure.

[@yoyomax12]

Yes, but you should test it first to make sure it is accurate. It should read 212F in boiling water

[@DIANNEELEE]

I love the animals, But never get that bunny near the candy cuz you don't want hare in it. lol

[@emgee285]

hahahahahahahahaha

[@momof2momof2]

They turned out so pretty ! I loved the flower ones most..Can you put the sticks in first and then pour the candy mixture over them?

[@yoyomax12]

Hello! Yes you can put the stick in first, but they have a tendency to more around that way and you run the risk of having the bare stick show through the back of the lollipop

[@taloreroberts9381]

In some factories, they use corn starch molds for gummy candies. I have used them before with my suckers. I just take a dry paper towel to wipe off the corn starch.

[@Morewyn]

I like the look of the cornstarch molded ones best

[@bellafroggy]

i loveee the cornstarch idea!!! it so cool!! x

[@waikikigrandma]

Is the syrup necessary to make lollipops? Just wondering because I was thinking of using the same sugar mix you use for candy apples..... I like the taste. Thank you.

[@yoyomax12]

Didn't have time to discuss that in the video (already very long) I put that information in the description box for you.

[@chickapey]

I love the idea of the cornstarch molding! I found out about using chocolate molds the hard way :/

[@MisterWealth]

My thermometer says 245 degrees, but then the sugar started browning, is my thermometer faulty or is the sugar just heating up too quickly?

[@mddell58]

Do not allow the thermometer to touch bottom of pan.

[@501Noona]

It's also best to test your thermometer with boiling water. It should read 212F once boiling, if not, account for the difference when boiling your sugar mixture.

[@kikikiwi33]

I have a suggestion, with the lollipops with the sprinkles, you should try and put the sprinkles in the moulds before you pour in the lollipop mix.

[@itsjohnnymc]

You could leave the measuring glass cup in hot water and when you pour the mixture from the pot into it it'll be hot and when you do the free form it'll still have a watery consistency

[@Silv3erJoey]

I know this would take a long time but you could pour the mixture into the mold about half way then sprinkle on the sprinkles and pour the rest on :)

[@yoyomax12]

Thanks Angie!

[@niamhwalsh5509]

Will you please do another video using the corn starch mold? I'm very intreeged! Thanks :)

[@adeadmeme5628]

I don't watch cooking videos to make it, I just want to see how it ends

[@sbean1408]

A commercial for Devil's Due was the ad before this video. It was a very very odd ad to have before a video about making candy with the sweetest woman probably on youtube. It didn't ruin the video, though :)

[@Call_Me_Mom]

I think the recipes have you add the flavorings and colorings at the end so that you may create more than one flavor and/or color per batch.

[@omgxwtfxily]

OMG! Emmy commented on this. I love you, and Emmy so much! c:

[@najoualag2571]

I tried it in home,fantastic,Thank you :-)

[@sweetcrave7227]

That is amazing! So going to try it

[@missypoopoo101]

Excellent tutorial! I can't wait to try it:)

[@sierrabonnar2846]

Emmy! I also tried this and it worked great!

[@taliamegahan]

Wouldn’t you use powdered sugar instead of oil/cornstarch? I make my own recipe all the time and powdered sugar works perfectly for dusting and making my own molds

[@Lpsanna86830]

What time on November the 4th I would like to see somthing live :)

[@elishaloo4095]

I think you should do some more decorated cupcakes xx they are amaingx

[@jaishemajames4554]

Excellent video ...very informative

[@HiSBaByDoLL24]

this is cool :D im gonna try out the corn starch mold :) ive been trying to find ways to make molds :) thanks

[@MonsterHigh1404]

you could also put the sprinkles in the mold first and then put the mixture in. :)

[@eveny119]

About how long do you boil the mixture? And if you scrap all the candy out of pot what happens, sugar crystals?

[@roseloredo3982]

I saw a video where the lady used powder sugar instead of corn starch. Have u done it that way?

[@wojiaoxiaoQi]

Cant wait for candy apple chips ^ 3 ^

[@kylieky0519]

i love your vids keep up your good work

[@megan1950]

Lots of great tips in this video! Wish I watched it yesterday before I made my first batch of candy! I haven't cruised your other videos yet--ever add citric acid to this candy recipe?

[@yoyomax12]

+Megan Lu I just bought a container of it recently and haven't tried it yet, but I'm looking forward to it :)

[@authorizedpersonnel1025]

+yoyomax12 - the diet free zone kol and Port

[@jellyneespiritu6496]

I have a question. Do you trash the silicone mat and then get another one? I'm always wondering about that