Description
Enjoy the fun of creating your own Homemade Pop Rocks! This easy recipe delivers that delightful fizz and pop in every bite, perfect for kids and adults alike. Customize with your favorite flavors and colors for a unique treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp citric acid (for the pop)
- Flavoring extracts (optional, like strawberry or raspberry)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Cornstarch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly dust it with cornstarch.
- Make the Candy Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Attach a candy thermometer and stop stirring when the mixture starts to boil.
- Boil the Mixture: Boil the mixture until it reaches 300°F (hard-crack stage) to ensure proper hardening.
- Add Baking Soda and Citric Acid: Remove the syrup from heat and quickly stir in baking soda and citric acid. The mixture will bubble and foam.
- Add Flavor and Color: Stir in a few drops of your chosen flavor extract and food coloring if desired.
- Pour and Cool: Pour the bubbling mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. Allow it to cool completely and harden, about 30 minutes.
- Break It Up: Once cooled, break the candy into small pieces using a mallet or rolling pin.
- Store and Enjoy: Store in an airtight container to keep the fizz intact. Enjoy your homemade Pop Rocks!
Notes
- Add more citric acid for a tangier experience.
- Ensure the candy reaches exactly 300°F for the right texture.
- Handle the broken candy carefully as it can have sharp edges.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g