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Rose Saffron Lollipops for National Lollipop Day

Jul 20 by Anita 34 Comments

Rose Saffron Lollipops

Rose saffron lollipops from my cookbook Lollipop Love. Photo by Antonis Achilleos.

It’s National Lollipop Day, and to celebrate I’m sharing another of my favorite recipes, rose saffron lollipops, from my latest cookbook Lollipop Love!

I’ve always been a fan of the color pink and of using rose in my baking, so these lollipops were a must to include in the cookbook. These lollipops are delicately pink and subtly floral from the rosewater and rose syrup. This is one of the lollipops in my cookbook that doesn’t need any additional coloring; the rose syrup provides all the color. Although the color is already striking, the addition of some rose petals and saffron threads makes them particularly party-favor worthy. When you start making lollipops, you’ll discover how easy it is to personalize them and add your unique touch with sprinkles, luster dust, coloring, and other add-ins.

Most of the recipes in my book were made with typical round lollipop molds, although they’ll work with any more creatively shaped molds. I use either 1½” round lollipop molds about 1/4″ deep, which make the small lollipops you often see at the doctor’s, or 2″ round molds about 1/2″ deep, which make more substantial looking lollipops if you’re looking to make an impressive dessert display. This recipe makes about 24 of the small 1 1/2″ round lollipops or 5 of the big 2″ ones.

Lollipop Love cookbook

Also, if you haven’t seen my announcement on my social media, the e-version of my cookbook is only $1.99 for the rest of the month of July! This is a great chance to get my book for your e-reader for a very low price. Go here to purchase (affiliate link) or you can purchase at Amazon, Barnes and Noble online, Google Play, or Kobo. I hope you’ll take this opportunity to add Lollipop Love to your library. In the meantime, enjoy these lollipops on this sweetest of days!

Rose Saffron Lollipops
 
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Recipe from Lollipop Love by Chronicle Books. Rose syrup can be found at many Indian or Middle Eastern groceries. I make these in either 1½" round shallow or 2" round deeper lollipop molds - you can find them and lollipop sticks at many craft or baking stores.
Author: Anita Chu
Recipe type: candy
Serves: about 24 small (1½ in round) lollipops
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (200 g) sugar
  • ¼ cup (85 g) corn syrup
  • ½ cup (120 g) water
  • 1 teaspoon rosewater
  • 1 teaspoon rose syrup
  • Rose petals and saffron
Instructions
  1. Spray lollipop molds lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Place lollipop sticks in the molds.
  2. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a large, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Continue cooking until the mixture reaches 300°F, hard crack stage. Immediately remove saucepan from heat. Let cool to about 275°. Stir in rosewater and rose syrup.
  4. Pour the mixture into a heatproof measuring container with a spout, or a candy funnel.
  5. Divide the mixture among the prepared molds. Press in rose petals and saffron with a stick. Let lollipops cool and harden, about 15 minutes, before removing from the molds.
  6. Store wrapped in cellophane bags twist tied shut, in a cool dry place for up to one month.
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Filed Under: Candy, Cookbooks, Lollipop Love, Recipes Tagged With: cookbook, lollipop love, lollipops, national lollipop day, rose, saffron

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Comments

  1. 1

    [email protected] says

    Jul 21 at 8:50 am

    These are just too pretty!

    Reply
  2. 2

    The Food Hunter says

    Jul 21 at 3:34 pm

    who knew there was a lollipop day…heading over to check out your cookbook

    Reply
  3. 3

    Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says

    Jul 21 at 8:56 pm

    Your lollipops are all so gorgeous. The sweet shade of pink from the rose syrup makes it look so elegant yet whimsical at the same time.

    Reply
  4. 4

    Heather / girlichef says

    Jul 22 at 6:33 am

    These are so darn pretty and dainty, just perfect for a princess party! I’d love to try my hand at homemade lollipops.

    Reply
  5. 5

    Martha @ A Family Feast says

    Jul 22 at 7:00 am

    What a gorgeous lollipop! We have a family wedding shower coming up in a few months – this would be perfect to make for the guests!

    Reply
  6. 6

    Melanie says

    Jul 22 at 7:09 am

    Oh my goodness, these are lovely. Perfect for a wedding or baby shower. Love!

    Reply
  7. 7

    Ginny McMeans says

    Jul 22 at 11:59 am

    What a pretty little treat. Your cookbook looks really nice. I’ll have to check it out!

    Reply
    • 8

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:45 am

      Thanks so much, Ginny!

      Reply
  8. 9

    Erin @ Texanerin Baking says

    Jul 22 at 1:02 pm

    Congratulations on the book! That cover is absolutely amazing, as are these lollipops. 🙂

    Reply
  9. 10

    Susan says

    Jul 22 at 5:32 pm

    These lollipops are stunning, actually the cover of your book is just too pretty! I bet the flavor is incredible too.

    Reply
    • 11

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:44 am

      Thank you so much Susan! These are one of my favorites!

      Reply
  10. 12

    Paula - bell'alimento says

    Jul 22 at 5:45 pm

    I had no idea there was a lollipop day. I feel cheated. Gah ; )

    Reply
    • 13

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:44 am

      I didn’t realize until the day before – shows how aware I was too! Now we both know for next year!

      Reply
  11. 14

    Kim says

    Jul 23 at 4:32 am

    These should take center stage at the most elegant bridal or baby shower!

    Reply
  12. 15

    Kim Beaulieu says

    Jul 23 at 11:34 pm

    Oh my gosh, these are the prettiest lollipops ever. So gorgeous!

    Reply
    • 16

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:44 am

      Thanks so much, Kim!

      Reply
  13. 17

    Christina @ Christina's Cucina says

    Jul 24 at 9:54 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous! Too pretty to eat…almost!

    Reply
    • 18

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:35 am

      Thanks Christina!

      Reply
  14. 19

    Steph @ Steph in Thyme says

    Jul 25 at 9:22 am

    How fun! These lollipops are so pretty, and I love the rose and saffron flavor combination!

    Reply
    • 20

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:34 am

      Thanks so much, Steph!

      Reply
  15. 21

    Cynthia/ What A Girl Eats says

    Jul 26 at 9:02 am

    These are so pretty! I love the flavor combinations too! They would be a lovely party favor for a wedding or bridal shower!

    Reply
    • 22

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:34 am

      Thanks Cynthia! Wouldn’t it be fun to make different colors for different weddings?

      Reply
  16. 23

    cristina says

    Jul 26 at 9:44 pm

    How fun that there’s a lollipop day and what a fantastic offer for the ebook format!! These lollipops are works of art, Anita!

    Reply
    • 24

      Anita says

      Jul 27 at 7:32 am

      Thanks Cristina! I appreciate your support!

      Reply
  17. 25

    Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence says

    Jul 27 at 7:48 am

    Both the cookbook and this recipe are gorgeous!!

    Reply
  18. 26

    Nicole Breitung says

    Sep 14 at 3:41 pm

    These are gorgeous and so much fun! Perfect for my girls monthly get together! I wonder if this idea would work as cake pops with the rose sprinkled on the outside?

    Reply
    • 27

      Anita says

      Sep 16 at 9:56 am

      Hi Nicole, what a fun idea! I might use saffron to flavor the cake and rose water for the frosting! It would be a delicious combo!

      Reply
  19. 28

    gabrielle says

    Feb 29 at 7:02 pm

    Hi!
    I was wondering if we can replace the corn syrup with something else? Thank you!

    Reply
    • 29

      Anita says

      Mar 2 at 10:12 pm

      Hi Gabrielle,
      Corn syrup is used in lollipops to help prevent crystallization when the sugar is cooking. If you don’t want to use corn syrup, there are couple alternatives – try substituting 1:1 golden syrup, agave syrup, or invert sugar syrup. You can find directions on how to make invert sugar at home on the internet. Please note that golden syrup and agave syrup have different makeups than corn syrup, so your results may vary – most likely the lollipops could be softer/soften more quickly at room temperature. Store the lollipops wrapped in a cool dry place. Good luck!

      Reply
  20. 30

    Martina says

    Jun 8 at 11:25 am

    Hi! I want to make these amazing lollipops.. do you think I can substitute rose syrup with rose essence? Please help!
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • 31

      Anita says

      Jun 13 at 11:30 pm

      Hi Martina,

      Thanks for writing in and I apologize for the delay as I got back from vacation! Rose syrup is thicker and sweeter than rose essence. You can use rose essence as a 1-for-1 substitution and the lollipops will taste great, but they may not be pink as rose essence might not be colored. If you want pink lollipops you might need to add food coloring. It is also ok to double the recipe and get 48 lollipops! Let me know if that helps. Thanks and happy baking!

      Reply
  21. 32

    Martina says

    Jun 8 at 11:31 am

    Also, do you think I can double up the dose? I need more than 24..! Thank you !! 🙂

    Reply

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