Like other hard candies, Pop Rocks are made by mixing sugar, lactose, corn syrup, and flavorings. Once those ingredients are melted together and boiled, highly-pressurized CO 2 is added.

First, the sugar solution is heated and melted to obtain a “fusible sugar”. Pop Rocks, like most other hard candies, uses a sugar solution of sucrose, lactose, and corn syrup, because these ...

Pop Rocks have their place in everyone’s childhood. Although the myth that they could make your stomach explode was debunked in that great 1990s documentary Urban Legend, kids still ahve a ...

Step 2. Using a 1-1/2-inch round cookie cutter, cut circles from each baked cake. (I got 10 out of each cake, but you might be able to get more if you try.) ...

Find out more on this story along with the latest headlines during the 'World News Tonight' webcast, daily at 3 p.m. ET. Click here to watch. William A. Mitchell had a simple hope in 1956 -- make ...

Before the fireworks start this July 4, you can try a cold treat that’s called “fireworks on your taste buds.” If that doesn’t float your boat, jerky milkshake or a ...

Invented in 1956 by General Foods research scientist William A. Mitchell and introduced to the general public in 1975, Pop Rocks were a form of carbonated candy made from sugar, lactose, corn ...

Snap, crack and pop. We’re not talking about cereal. This Feb., Trader Joe’s released their latest custom candy—the “Fireworks Chocolate Bar” and its one of the most unusual candy bars ...

The best part about these is how easy they are to make. All you need is a little chilling time for the Jell-O. These will be a huge hit at your 4th of July party, but just make sure the kids ...