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Candy Apples

Crisp apples dipped in a glossy red candy coating — the quintessential fall treat perfect for fairs, Halloween, and cozy autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 apples
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Candy Apples
  • 8 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 0.5 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 8 wooden sticks for apples

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Wooden skewers or sticks
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry apples thoroughly. Insert wooden sticks into the tops and set aside.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  3. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook until the syrup reaches 300°F (hard crack stage). Remove from heat and stir in red food coloring.
  5. Dip apples one by one, swirling to coat evenly. Let excess drip off and set on parchment to cool.
  6. Allow to harden for 20 minutes before serving.