Description
Create festive and delicious Christmas Candy Cane Heart Lollipops by pairing mini candy canes into heart shapes, filling them with smooth melted white chocolate, and topping with colorful holiday sprinkles. A fun and easy holiday treat that doubles as a charming gift or party favor.
Ingredients
Scale
Heart Lollipops
- 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)
- Festive holiday sprinkles (red, green, and white)
Instructions
- Prepare the Candy Canes: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the mini candy canes in pairs to form heart shapes, with the hooked ends facing inward and touching at the top. Insert a lollipop stick in the center of each heart so the stick end nestles securely between the candy canes.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Be careful to avoid overheating to prevent burning the chocolate.
- Fill the Hearts: Carefully spoon or pour the melted white chocolate into the center of each candy cane heart, filling fully and covering the base of the lollipop stick to secure it in place.
- Decorate: Before the chocolate sets, generously sprinkle each heart lollipop with festive holiday sprinkles. Mix and match colors and patterns to create visually appealing treats.
- Cool and Set: Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for 15-20 minutes, allowing the chocolate to fully harden and bond the candy canes together firmly.
- Add Ribbon: Once set, optionally tie a small red ribbon at the base where the candy canes meet the lollipop stick to add a festive finishing touch.
Notes
- Using coconut oil is optional but helps create a smoother, glossier chocolate filling.
- Handle candy canes gently to avoid breaking while assembling the hearts.
- Store finished lollipops in an airtight container in a cool place to prevent melting or stickiness.
- These lollipops make great holiday gifts and party favors that are simple to customize.
- To avoid overheating white chocolate in the microwave, stir frequently and use short bursts of heating time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lollipop
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
