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    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    Mint and Rose Lollipops

    Published: Feb 13, 2017 · Modified: Jul 23, 2020 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    These mint and rose lollipops are surprisingly easy to make, with just a few ingredients. They're a wonderful DIY food gift or Valentine's present.

    Close up of lollipops sticking out of a metal cup with rose buds.

    Mint and rose lollipops bring a grown up flavour to the traditional childhood treat. I've added dried culinary rose buds to make them extra-special, and to complement the flavours. They're pretty easy to find, and I got mine in the tea section at the supermarket.

    They look so pretty and are perfect wedding favours or as a foodie gift for a loved one at Valentine's day.

    Ingredients and tools for making lollipops on a table.

    Homemade Lollipop Tips

    Lollipops are really easy to make and only take a few ingredients.

    • You'll need a heavy-bottomed pot with sides high enough so you don't get splashed with molten-hot sugar water!
    • The other essential tool is a food thermometer.
    • Before you get started making the mint and rose lollipops, be sure to get all of the tools and ingredients and have them to hand.
    • Prepare your lollipop molds by spraying them lightly with oil (not necessary for silicone) and inserting the sticks.
    • If you don't have a Lollipop Mold, you can still make them. Just put a piece of greaseproof paper onto a baking tray. You can carefully pour the hot syrup directly onto it and use a metal spoon to swirl into circles.
    • You'll need to work fairly quickly to get the syrup into the molds before it cools too much and thickens. Then add the rose buds and use a metal knife to position them as you like. Let them cool completely and voila: mint and rose lollipops!
    • When you first add the flavourings, they will seem very strong, but don't worry. As the lollipops cool, the flavour will mellow.

    Collage of making lollipops.

    Lollipops sticking out of a metal cup.

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    Recipe: Mint and Rose Lollipops

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    These mint and rose lollipops are surprisingly easy to make, with just a few ingredients. They're a wonderful DIY food gift or Valentine's present.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 130 kcal

    Equipment

    • Heavy bottomed saucepan
    • Lollipop mold
    • 8-10 lollipop sticks
    • Candy thermometer
    • Heatproof glass jug

    Ingredients
     

    For the lollipops:

    • 1 ⅓ cup (250g) granulated sugar
    • ½ cup (100ml) water
    • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
    • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
    • ¼ teaspoon rosewater
    • 1-2 drops red food colouring

    Instructions
     

    • Spray the lollipop molds with a little cooking spray and add the sticks.
    • In a medium saucepan, add the sugar, water and cream of tartar and bring to the boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Stop stirring and continue boiling until the temperature reaches 300F (138C) (the ‘hard crack’ stage). Remove from the heat and gently swirl in the peppermint, rosewater and a drop or two of food colouring sparingly to get the desired colour.
    • Carefully pour the hot mixture into the heatproof jug.
    • Fill the lollipop molds and very carefully (don’t touch the hot syrup) place a rose bud or a few rose petals in each mold. Use a knife to move the rose bud if necessary.
    • Allow to cool completely.
    • Alternatively, use a metal spoon and drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the baking tray and smooth into rounds. Place a rose bud and lollipop stick into each round. Allow to cool completely

    Notes

    • You'll need a heavy-bottomed pot with sides high enough so you don't get splashed with molten-hot sugar water!
    • The other essential tool is a food thermometer.
    • Before you get started making the mint and rose lollipops, be sure to get all of the tools and ingredients and have them to hand.
    • Prepare your lollipop molds by spraying them lightly with oil (not necessary for silicone) and inserting the sticks.
    • If you don't have a Lollipop Mold, you can still make them. Just put a piece of greaseproof paper onto a baking tray. You can carefully pour the hot syrup directly onto it and use a metal spoon to swirl into circles.
    • You'll need to work fairly quickly to get the syrup into the molds before it cools too much and thickens. Then add the rose buds and use a metal knife to position them as you like. Let them cool completely and voila: mint and rose lollipops!
    • When you first add the flavourings, they will seem very strong, but don't worry. As the lollipops cool, the flavour will mellow.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 33gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 31mgSugar: 33g

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @kateveggiedesserts or tag #veggiedesserts! I love seeing your recreations.

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    Comments

    1. Asan Khana Pakana

      May 20, 2017 at 8:03 pm

      It is fabulous recipe, very interesting and easy to make. It is very creative and new idea for me, i will must try it.

      Reply
    2. Kate

      April 25, 2017 at 7:10 pm

      Never tried making lollipops ! Not a big fan of it but I may give it a go, who knows I may like the home made ones.

      Reply
    3. Jenni

      February 15, 2017 at 11:23 am

      Wow! How creative and amazing!!! I love that you added rose and mint together! Just WOW!

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        February 16, 2017 at 10:49 am

        Thanks Jenni! I love those flavours together. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      February 15, 2017 at 10:55 am

      That is such a fun idea to make homemade lollipops!

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        February 16, 2017 at 10:49 am

        It was much easier than I expected!

        Reply
    5. Amanda

      February 14, 2017 at 8:36 pm

      5 stars
      These are so beautiful. I love the little rose bud detail. A gorgeous bouquet for Valentine's Day.

      Reply
    6. Ceri Jones

      February 14, 2017 at 5:42 pm

      5 stars
      These are so pretty. Love the flavour combinations as well as the colour. love the wedding favour idea too - never knew you could make these at home! Lovely Kate

      Reply
    7. Kate | The Veg Space

      February 14, 2017 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      What a lovely idea! I've never thought of making homemade lollipops but these are so pretty, what a lovely idea for parties! Lovely combination of flavours too. I have a Thermapen too and absolutely love it, so quick, accurate and easy to use.

      Reply
    8. Laura | Wandercooks

      February 13, 2017 at 11:36 pm

      5 stars
      Wow I've never thought to make lollypops at home before so definitely keen to give these a try. The mint and rose combo sounds absolutely gorgeous - I just wish I'd found this recipe in time to make these for Valentine's Day! 🙂

      Reply
    9. Aish Das-Padihari

      February 13, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      5 stars
      OMG!!! I'm in love with you ideas. These lollipops look divine. Greats shots as well.

      Reply
    10. lisa

      February 13, 2017 at 4:41 pm

      5 stars
      WOW these are SO beautiful!! I think they'd make a great frugal wedding favour idea too xxx

      Reply
    11. Lynne Harper

      February 13, 2017 at 3:30 pm

      Wow these look incredible and such a fab idea, love the rose in the middle what a great added touch 🙂 x

      Reply
    12. Becca

      February 13, 2017 at 3:18 pm

      These look incredible! It's something I've always wanted to try but I've been put off with the whole right temp thing. I'm going to bookmark this and concur my fear of thermometers!

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        February 13, 2017 at 3:22 pm

        They really are easy! The Thermapen thermometer is soooo easy to use.

        Reply

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