Description
Create festive Christmas Candy Cane Heart Lollipops by shaping mini candy canes into heart shapes filled with smooth, melted white chocolate, then decorated with colorful holiday sprinkles. These charming treats are perfect for holiday parties, gifts, or seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Candy Cane Hearts
- 24 mini candy canes (12 pairs)
- 12 lollipop sticks
- Red ribbon for decoration (optional)
White Chocolate Filling
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips (or white melting wafers)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Decoration
- Festive holiday sprinkles (red, green, and white)
Instructions
- Prepare the Candy Canes: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange mini candy canes in pairs with hooks facing inward to form heart shapes. Place a lollipop stick in the center of each heart so the end nestles between the candy canes, securing the base.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Combine white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between until fully melted and smooth, being careful not to overheat to prevent burning.
- Fill the Hearts: Carefully spoon or pour the melted chocolate into the center of each candy cane heart, filling it completely and covering the stick base to stabilize the lollipop stick.
- Decorate: Before the chocolate sets, generously sprinkle festive red, green, and white holiday sprinkles over each lollipop to add color and festive flair.
- Cool and Set: Refrigerate the baking sheet for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens and the candy canes are firmly joined together.
- Add Ribbon: Once set, optionally tie a small red ribbon at the base of each lollipop where candy canes meet the stick for an extra festive touch.
Notes
- You can substitute white melting wafers for white chocolate chips for easier melting and smoother texture.
- Coconut oil is optional but helps achieve silkier melted chocolate consistency.
- Store the lollipops in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
- Be cautious when melting chocolate to avoid overheating and burning.
- Customize sprinkles to match your holiday theme or personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lollipop
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
