Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Delicious Candy Apples, a fun and nostalgic treat perfect for fall festivities or cozy family nights at home. These vibrant, glossy apples coated in a sweet candy shell are sure to impress kids and adults alike. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these charming candies quickly, making them ideal for gatherings or as a sweet snack. Not only do they taste amazing, but they also offer endless opportunities for flavor and topping customization. Get ready to create beautiful candy apples that will bring joy to any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 whole fresh apples (Fuji or Granny Smith)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon gel-based food coloring
- 1 teaspoon flavoring extract (like cherry or banana)
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the apples. Insert wooden sticks into the tops of each apple.
- In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water; stir until mixed.
- Heat over medium heat without stirring until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage), using a candy thermometer to monitor.
- Remove from heat and stir in food coloring and desired flavoring extract.
- Dip each apple into the hot candy mixture, swirling until fully coated, then let excess drip off.
- Place on a lined baking sheet to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 65g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg