Express All-Chocolate Lollipops

These easy chocolate lollipops require only melted chocolate, sticks, and a short setting time. Use dark, milk, or white chocolate according to preference.

Ingredients

• 200 g chocolate
• 8 lollipop or cake-pop sticks
• Optional toppings: chopped nuts, shredded coconut, sprinkles, or crushed biscuits

Method

1. Line a flat tray with baking paper.
2. Break the chocolate into small pieces and melt it gently in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short microwave intervals. Stir until smooth.
3. Spoon eight small rounds of melted chocolate onto the prepared tray.
4. Place one end of a stick into each round, rotating it slightly so it is coated. Add another small spoonful of chocolate over the stick to secure it.
5. Add toppings before the chocolate begins to set.
6. Leave the lollipops at room temperature until firm, or refrigerate them briefly for faster setting.

Helpful Tips

• Keep water and steam away from the chocolate because moisture can make it thicken or become grainy.
• Make the chocolate rounds thick enough to hold securely after setting.
• Store the finished lollipops in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.