[RECIPE] Pre-Workout Ice Lollies

As temperatures start to rise, energise your workout the flavourful way with this homemade Pre-Workout Lollies recipe.

Infused with Biogen Premium Pre-Workout Blood Orange flavour, these lollipops are not just a treat to your taste buds but also a great boost for your energy levels before hitting the gym.

Ingredients

• 1 cup golden syrup
• ⅔ cups granulated sugar
• 1 scoop Biogen Premium Pre-Workout, Blood Orange flavour 
• Red food colouring

Biogen Premium Pre-Workout has been formulated with high levels of Beta-Alanine, L-Citrulline Malate and Creatine Monohydrate for assisting you through your workout with benefits that may include explosive power, muscle performance and muscular endurance. Containing Branched Chain Amino Acids along with L-Glutamine to support recovery.

Method

1. In a small stainless steel pot, combine the golden syrup and granulated sugar. Place over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally with a rubber spatula until the mixture becomes clear, indicating that the sugar has dissolved completely. Make sure the heat distribution is even to avoid burning the sugar.
2. Add a thermometer to the pot and increase the heat to medium. Let the mixture boil without stirring until it reaches the hard crack stage (approximately 149°C or 300°F). Alternatively, drop a little of the mixture onto a plate; if it sets hard and is difficult to manipulate, it’s ready.
3. Place a few drops of food colouring and Biogen Premium Pre-Workout in a bowl.
4. Carefully pour the hot sugar mixture into the prepared bowl. Stir quickly to evenly distribute the food colouring and Biogen Premium Pre-Workout.
5. Working swiftly, spooning 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture onto a silicone mat or into lollipop moulds. Immediately insert a lollipop stick and, if desired, add sprinkles. Sugar hardens quickly, so work swiftly when pouring and shaping the lollies.
6. Allow the lollipops to set at room temperature. This will take just a few minutes.
7. Once set, the lollipops can be enjoyed immediately or stored in an airtight container.

Author: Pedro van Gaalen

When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.

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