Sherbet & Lollipop Bags

A fun, fizzy treat the kids can make and package as magical “popping spells” or “fairy dust” bags!

Supplies / Ingredients (makes ~12 bags):

• 2 cups Chelsea Icing Sugar

• 1 packet jelly crystals (any flavour – raspberry, orange, lime, etc.)

• 2 tsp citric acid

• 2 tsp baking soda

• Lollipops (1 per bag – Chupa Chups or similar)

• Snap-lock bags or small cellophane bags

• Ribbon or twist ties

• Spoons for mixing

📍 Original Recipe Source: chelsea.co.nz – Sherbet Lollipops

Steps:

1. Mix the Sherbet:In a bowl, combine the icing sugar, jelly crystals, citric acid, and baking soda. Stir well until fully blended and fizzy-looking.

2. Taste-Test Time!Dip a lollipop into the sherbet to test. It should fizz slightly on the tongue with a sweet-sour taste.

3. Bag It Up:Spoon a few tablespoons of sherbet into each snap-lock or cellophane bag.

4. Add a Lollipop:Place one lollipop into each bag.

5. Seal and Decorate:Close the bag and tie with ribbon or a twist tie. Add labels like:

   • “Wizard Pop Dust”

   • “Unicorn Sparkle Dip”

   • “Magic Tongue Fizz”