Things You Should Add Pop Rocks To That You Haven't Yet

Candy comes in many types and flavors — it can be extremely sweet, or have a strong sour note, like Sour Patch Kids. Some treats (cotton candy, for instance) melt on your tongue, while other sugary, bite-sized candies, allow you to experience waves of minty or fruity flavors long after you take your first mouthwatering bite. Another fun, sweet, and "popping" candy that's sought-after around the Fourth of July is Pop Rocks.

The small, colorful rock-like candy pieces are much more than meet the eye — popping a handful of the tiny crystals into your mouth results in a crackling, fizzing sound and feeling. The candy is fun on its own, but adding Pop Rocks to your next dish — even some otherwise savory foods — may surprise you with how enjoyable and tasty it is. So, get ready! Because here's a list of things you should add Pop Rocks to that you haven't yet.

Whipped cream is a great addition to any sundae, pie, milkshake, and nearly any sweet dessert you can think of. Though it's generally used as a topping, whipped cream can also make for an incredibly sweet dessert on its own. Can you really say you've lived without taking a can of store-bought whipped cream and squirting it right into your mouth? While that doesn't leave a lot of room for experimenting with different flavors or toppings, filling a bowl with a serving of whipped cream — and eating it like you would a few scoops of ice cream — can open the doors to a world of flavorful opportunities.

It may seem strange to pair the light, airy topping with the hard, crystal-like Pop Rocks, but doing so can lead to a surprisingly delicious dessert that you may come back to more than once. For instance, if you take one of the bright red flavor packets of Pop Rocks, and add it to a bowl, or even a plate of whipped cream, then you'll be met with something that tastes quite similar to a strawberry cream dessert (via Dpeezy2099). It's entirely customizable — you can choose different flavors of not just Pop Rocks, but the whipped cream, to make for your perfect scrumdiddlyumptious dessert!

No matter what your cake preference is — vanilla, carrot, red velvet, or even ice cream cake — they're a go-to celebratory dessert. But let's talk cupcakes. If cupcakes are homemade (and even if they're not) you can top them with whatever you like. See where we're going with this? Yes, indeed, Pop Rocks!

There are multiple ways to add Pop Rocks to your next batch of cupcakes. You can sprinkle them on top of some creamy frosting, which not only makes for a sweet, popping topping, but it also can make a cupcake look a lot more festive. You can also add Pop Rocks inside of the cupcake, by either baking them into the dessert, or making a small hole underneath the frosting, and filling it with the candy. No matter how you add it, one's thing's certain: The result is a unique and sweet experience, perfect for anyone who enjoys both smooth, silkiness of cupcakes and the hard, sweet, fizzle of Pop Rocks.

You can never go wrong with a fresh batch of homemade cookies. Chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, sugar cookies, the list goes on. And you can add various toppings to cookies, from rainbow sprinkles to crumbled bits of Oreos, the options are limitless — including, you guessed it, Pop Rocks!

You can bake Pop Rocks into your cookies, or sprinkle on top. The sweet, crystal-like candy complements a crumbly, soft-baked sugar cookie wonderfully, and adds a fun, popping experience to an already incredible dessert. Using it as a topping can add a bit of charm to the overall look of the dessert. And feel free to sprinkle Pop Rocks on your next batch of chocolate chip cookies, too — because, well, why not? Or how about inside a serving of Oreos — which the brand itself did in order to celebrate the Fourth of July (via Walmart).

Let's be real here: If you're having Pop Tarts for breakfast, you aren't looking to have the healthiest meal. If you aren't looking to have them for breakfast, however, Pop Tarts can make for a pretty fun dessert pastry. Some people prefer them hot out of the toaster, while others are more impatient, and eat them right out of the shiny foil. No matter how you take your Pop Tart, you might be interested in the idea of a Pop Rocks-flavored Pop Tart.

It's only natural that Pop Tarts would be on this list, for obvious reasons. Hint: It's in the name? This candy-pastry combination isn't new in the culinary world, as some celebrity chefs even sprinkle Pop Rocks on their pop tart creations. This includes Giada De Laurentiis, with her Raspberry-Cherry Chocolate "Pop" Tarts. We don't know what we would call this invention: A pop rock tart, maybe? No matter what you want to call this combination, it's true that Pop Rocks add an enjoyably sweet, popping element to the pastry party!

For many families Tuesday dinner means tacos and burritos. Tacos can get a little messy, as the hard shell often crumbles, and all of the ingredients come with it. But, of course, when you have a good taco, it's 100% worth it. On the other hand, Burritos are a bit more stable, so having one results in a softer, more put-together experience. The best part about both, however, is that they're customizable, so if you aren't a fan of a particular sauce or topping, you can make your taco with or without it. There are also many fast food joints where you can get a taco or burrito — most notably Taco Bell.

If you've got a spicy, savory taco in your hands, throwing in some Pop Rocks might not be a bad idea. Taco Bell thought this way with their Firecracker Burrito, which could be ordered spicy or cheesy, and it was filled with rice, beef, and wrapped neatly in a bright red tortilla (via Thrillist). What was most surprising, however, was the inclusion of spicy Pop Rocks in the burrito — and it gave the entire thing a spicy kick. The next time you try making a taco or burrito at home, sprinkle in some Pop Rocks to experience an unforgettable spicy and popping flavor combination.