Description
Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of homemade candy apples with this easy recipe that requires just three simple ingredients and 30 minutes of your time. Perfect for Halloween parties, festive gatherings, or a fun family treat, these candy apples feature a glossy red coating that glistens as they showcase the crispness of fresh apples. Customize them with your favorite toppings—like nuts or sprinkles—for a personal touch that makes them even more delightful. Creating these charming sweets is not only a tasty endeavor but also a memorable activity to enjoy with kids. Dive into the season with this quick and satisfying treat!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
- 8 small-medium apples
Instructions
- Insert sticks into the stem end of each apple, pushing halfway in.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat it with cooking spray.
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water over high heat. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium, stir in red food coloring, and use a candy thermometer to boil until reaching 300-310°F (Hard Crack stage), about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before dipping each apple into the hot mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Place dipped apples on the prepared baking sheet and allow to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg