These Easy One-Ingredient Homemade Sea Glass Lollipops look like little treasures washed up on the shore, but they’re surprisingly simple to make. With just blue Jolly Rancher candies, a handful of fish-shaped sprinkles, and a sprinkle of white nonpareils, you can create beautiful ocean-inspired treats that sparkle like pieces of sea glass. I love recipes like this because they prove that you don’t need a long ingredient list or complicated techniques to make something truly special.

How to Use Under the Sea Homemade Lollipops

The kids will go crazy over these Under the Sea Suckers! Lollipops aren’t just for eating; they can also serve as a decorative element. Below are a few of my ideas.

CENTERPIECE: Place a long piece of styrofoam on the center of the table. Stick the lollipops in a staggered way. Use tiny battery-operated white lights and weave them around in and out of the suckers. Using a light blue mesh fabric, weave the fabric to hide the styrofoam and the lights. Add fun little items like fish, coral, and shells.

DESSERT TABLE: Because the suckers are top-heavy, you will need to lay the suckers down. You might also need to place them in cellophane treat bags. OR if you have room, styrofoam works great too.

PARTY FAVOR: This one’s easy: place the one sucker in a cellophane treat bag, use a twist tie to close it, and hand it out to the kids as they leave.

How to Make Under the Sea Homemade Lollipops

INGREDIENTS (full printable recipe below)

blue Jolly Rancher hard candies
4-inch lollipop sticks
fish-shaped sprinkles (medium and small)
white nonpareil sprinkles

DIRECTIONS

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Heat oven to 275°.
Arrange the candies in groups of three (pieces should touch).
ONLY MAKE THREE SUCKERS AT A TIME
Place candies in the oven until fully melted (about 10 minutes).
TIP: WHILE CANDY IS MELTING, CHOOSE THE FISH SPRINKLES AND SET THEM OUT IN ORDER OF USE. BY THE THIRD SUCKER, THE CANDY IS STARTING TO HARDEN. PLACE HOT COOKIE SHEET ON AN OVEN MITT AND NOT COLD COUNTER.
Working quickly, press lollipop sticks into melted candy and twist gently to cover the stick.
Sprinkle nonpareils over hot candy.
Using tweezers, press a few fish sprinkles in.
NOTE: If candy hardens while working with it, return to the oven for 1 minute.

HOT CANDY TIP: WHILE CANDY IS MELTING, CHOOSE THE FISH SPRINKLES AND SET THEM OUT IN ORDER OF USE. BY THE THIRD SUCKER THE CANDY IS STARTING TO HARDEN. PLACE HOT COOKIE SHEET ON AN OVEN MITT AND NOT THE COLD COUNTER. NOTE: If candy hardens while working with it, return to the oven for 1 minute. HOT SUGAR—USE TWIZZERS TO PROTECT YOUR FINGERS

How to Make Edible Sea Glass

Throwing an adult tropical beach party? Really drive the theme home and fill candy dishes with edible sea glass! Place unwrapped individual pieces of Jolly Rancher hard candy on a lined cookie sheet, spaced far enough apart so the candy can melt without touching one another. Use the temperature as listed. Melting time may vary because only one candy is melting, not three.

Can I use a Candy Mold?

YES! You can totally use a candy mold. Make sure the candy mold is designed for use with hot candy and in the oven. DO NOT USE candy molds that are meant for chocolate. Use the same temperature as listed. Place unwrapped hard candy in a zip-top bag, hit with a heavy item (like a rolling pen) until the candy is in pieces. Fill the candy well with candy pieces. Because the mold makes a thicker lollipop, the melting time may differ from the original recipe.

WHERE CAN I BUY FISH SPRINKLES?

MEDIUM FISH CANDY SPRINKLES: The ones I used are from Wilton. They might have discontinued them since I can’t find them. Here are fish that are comparable to the ones I used. Click here to purchase →FISH SHAPED SPRINKLES

SMALL FISH CANDY SPRINKLES: The small fish I used were Finding Dory themed from Wilton. Again, I couldn’t find them. Although I think the sprinkles I did find are a way better mix. There are not only little fish but starfish and seahorses too! Click here to purchase→UNDER THE SEA SPRINKLES

WHITE NONPAREIL SPRINKLES: These tiny little white balls can be found at any store that sells cake or cupcake sprinkles.

ANOTHER FUN UNDER THE SEA CENTERPIECE IDEA—FINDING DORY POOL NOODLE CORAL REEF PARTY CENTERPIECE

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I hope you’ll have as much fun making these Easy Homemade Sea Glass Lollipops as I did. I love that something so beautiful can be created with just a few simple ingredients and a little creativity. Whether you’re making them for a beach-themed party, a mermaid celebration, or simply because they’re too pretty to resist, these sparkling ocean-inspired treats are sure to make everyone smile. Don’t forget to have your decorations ready and work quickly, and before you know it, you’ll have a batch of edible sea glass treasures ready to enjoy. Sheryl

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Makes 8 Suckers

Easy One-Ingredient Under the Sea Homemade Lollipops

The cutest little party treats you'll ever make! Perfect for any tropical party.

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Ingredients

24 blue Jolly Rancher hard candies
assorted sizes of fish shaped candy sprinkles
white nonpareils sprinkles
8 (4 inch) lollipop sticks

Instructions

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Heat oven to 275°.
Arrange the candies in groups of three (pieces should touch).
ONLY MAKE THREE SUCKERS AT A TIME
Place candies in the oven until fully melted (about 10 minutes).
TIP: WHILE CANDY IS MELTING, CHOOSE THE FISH SPRINKLES AND SET THEM OUT IN ORDER OF USE. BY THE THIRD SUCKER THE CANDY IS STARTING TO HARDEN. PLACE HOT COOKIE SHEET ON AN OVEN MITT AND NOT COLD COUNTER.
Working quickly, press lollipop sticks into melted candy and twist gently to cover the stick.
Sprinkle nonpareils over hot candy.
Using tweezers, press a few fish sprinkles in.
NOTE: If candy hardens while working with it, return to the oven for 1 minute.

Frequently Asked Questions-EASY HOMEMADE SEA GLASS LOLLIPOPS

Even though these Easy Homemade Sea Glass Lollipops are made with only a few ingredients, you may still have a few questions before getting started. The good news is that this recipe is incredibly beginner-friendly and comes together quickly once you understand a few simple tips. Below are answers to the most common questions to help you create beautiful ocean-inspired lollipops with ease.

Can I use a different flavor or color of Jolly Ranchers? Yes! Any color of Jolly Ranchers will work. Different colors can create a variety of sea glass effects, making these lollipops perfect for matching a party theme or creating a colorful assortment.
Why do I only make three lollipops at a time? The melted candy begins to harden fairly quickly. Making only three at a time gives you enough time to insert the lollipop sticks and add the sprinkles before the candy sets.
Why should the candies be touching on the parchment-lined baking sheet? The Jolly Ranchers need to be touching so they melt together into a single larger piece of candy rather than three separate pieces. As they soften in the oven, the candies fuse into a single shape, creating the perfect base for the lollipop stick and decorations.
Can I make these lollipops without a lollipop stick? Absolutely. Simply leave out the sticks and make pieces of edible “sea glass” candy to serve on a dessert tray or use as decorations for a beach-themed dessert table.
What if the candy hardens before I finish decorating it? No worries. Simply return the baking sheet to the oven for about one minute to soften the candy again. This gives you enough time to add the remaining sprinkles and decorations.
Why should I have my fish sprinkles ready before the candy melts? Preparation is important because the candy sets quickly. Having your fish sprinkles arranged and ready to use allows you to decorate efficiently and prevents the candy from hardening before you’re finished.
Why shouldn’t I place the hot baking sheet on a cold countertop? A sudden change in temperature can cause the hot candy to cool and harden more quickly. Placing the baking sheet on an oven mitt helps keep the candy workable while you add the decorations.
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! These lollipops are perfect for making in advance. Once completely cooled and hardened, they can be stored until you’re ready to serve or package them as favors.
How should I store sea glass lollipops? Store the lollipops in an airtight container at room temperature. Keeping them in a cool, dry place helps prevent the candy from becoming sticky.
Can kids help make these lollipops? No. The melted candy becomes extremely hot and needs to be decorated immediately while it is still soft. Because the sprinkles must be added while working very close to the hot candy, this recipe is not considered safe for children to help with. Adults should handle the entire process from melting the candy to adding the decorations.

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