Comvita Kids Manuka Honey 3 Flavour Variety Pack 15 Lollipops

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Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Manuka Honey, Natural Flavors, Bee Propolis, and Menthol MADE WITH MANUKA HONEY: Our independently certified manuka honey is great for immune system support, and is proven to have superior wellness benefits over regular honey. Recommended for all ages over 2 years old. Please keep in mind that babies under one should not have honey ( source), and lollipops are a choking hazard and not safe until at least age 4 ( source). Thus, these honey lollipops, as well as other lollipop recipes, are not for toddlers and babies. On medium heat, stir the ingredients together with a wooden spoon until the sugar has completely dissolved. However, I couldn’t help but feel a bit disappointed with the jar’s size. At just 8.8oz, which equals about 35 teaspoons of honey, it’s rather small for my family of four. With each of us taking a teaspoon a day, the jar lasts merely 8-9 days. I find myself wishing they offered larger sizes like some other brands.

Not to be given to children under 1 years of age without medical advice. If symptoms or coughing persists consult a healthcare practitioner. Propolis may cause allergic reactions. If irritation of the mouth or throat occurs, discontinue use. Always read the label. Use as directed. Step 2. On medium heat, stir the ingredients together with a wooden spoon until the sugar has completely dissolved. What type of honey do you like to use? Have you tried manuka honey lollipops? Let us know in the comments! 🙂 Lately I’ve been experimenting with making hard candies and I’m kind of hooked! I wanted to figure out how to make homemade lollipops that were made with straight honey. The lollipops were a big hit but they did have a darker honey flavor and color.As a regular user of manuka honey, I am always on the lookout for new and exciting brands that can satisfy my taste buds while also offering health benefits. Three years ago, I heard about Egmont, a relatively new brand of Manuka honey, and I was immediately intrigued by their attractive introductory price. granulated sugar –I used white sugar in one of the lollipop recipes to make a lighter more traditional flavored treat. Discovering Egmont honey has been a financial boon, as it offers some of the most affordable UMF-certified Manuka honey I’ve found. Who doesn’t love a yummy lollipop! Whether for the kids, yourself, or a gift, these DIY easy honey lollipopsare a fun treat to make with your kids anytime of the year! Easy HoneyLollipops Ingredients: ENHANCED WITH PROPOLIS: Bee propolis is full of immune building beneficial compounds and antioxidant protection -- proteins, amino acids, vitamins, trace minerals and flavonoids.

Anyway, all that to say, these lollipops are a great way to dip your toe into healthy candy making. They only call for one or two ingredients and are ready to enjoy in less than an hour. They’re easy to customize with different flavors of essential oils and can be made in ay shape you like. Whether you prefer multifloral or monofloral honey, or a high or low UMF or MGO rating, there is an Egmont manuka honey that will suit your taste and needs. As someone who has tried and enjoyed different grades, I can attest that each one offers a unique and exceptional honey experience. Purity and Authenticity NATURAL INGREDIENTS: Our lozenges are made with ingredients from nature. No corn syrup. No artificial ingredients, flavorings, fillers or binders. Gluten free, soy free and dairy free. Honey-only lollipops have a softer texture and melt in your mouth. Keep a close eye on the heating process to prevent them from burning. Honey Lollipop Recipe: Step-by-Step Instructions WARNING - Making hard candy, you will be working with extremely hot ingredients. Be very careful not to burn yourself!MGO 50+ is a multifloral manuka honey, meaning it comes from bees that gather nectar from different types of flowers, including manuka flowers. All the other grades are monofloral, which means they come from bees that exclusively gather nectar from manuka flowers. Because the lollipops that are made with just honey are healthier, I decided to include both recipes in this post! Both recipes have pretty different tastes and colors, but both are yummy and healthier than store-bought lollipops.

Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with a printable recipe card at the end of this article! Exploring the Possibilities lemon essential oil (optional)– lemon is beneficial for soothing a sore throat because it helps break up mucous and provides pain relief. Lemon also helps boost your immune system and fights off infection since it is loaded with vitamin C. Make sure you use “food grade” essential oils. This is the brand I use. If you’re ready to splurge, you can substitute expensive Manuka honey for regular honey in this recipe. However, be aware that excessive heat exposure may compromise the potential benefits of Manuka honey, such as its enzymes. Therefore, it’s best to avoid using Manuka honey for lollipops that require high heat, like this recipe. Instead, savor the uniqueness of Manuka honey by using it to sweeten tea or coffee gently warmed to no hotter than 105F. Additionally, since this recipe involves cooking, I recommend against using raw honey for making these delightful homemade candies. FAQs Other Candy and Treat Recipes If money is no issue, you can substitute expensive Manuka honey for regular honey in this recipe. However, you lose out on potentially beneficial enzymes and other good stuff when you expose mauka honey to excessive heat to make manuka honey lollipops ( source).UMF stands for Unique Manuka Factor, which is a quality trademark used to measure the level of antibacterial activity in manuka honey. The higher the UMF rating, the greater the antibacterial activity. UMF 5+ and UMF 10+ are considered low-grade, while UMF 15+, UMF 18+, UMF 20+, UMF 23+, and UMF 25+ are high-grade. Heating honey to a high enough heat for candy making does lose a lot of its health benefits. Manuka honey is one of the only types of honey that can withstand being heated to a very high temperature awhile still retaining its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. On a brighter note, Egmont does provide the option of purchasing their honey in 17.6oz jars, as well as in bundles and gift boxes. This makes it a tad more convenient for those of us who consume honey on a daily basis.