Homemade Candy Apples
Crisp apples coated in a shiny, sweet homemade candy shell make for a classic treat perfect for fall and festive occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Fuji), washed and dried
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Wooden sticks or skewers
Instructions
- Insert wooden sticks into the stem end of each apple and set them aside on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Without stirring, let the mixture boil until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in red food coloring and vanilla extract if using.
- Working quickly, dip each apple into the candy mixture, swirling to coat evenly. Let excess drip off.
- Place dipped apples on parchment paper to cool and harden completely, about 30 minutes.
Notes
For a festive touch, roll the freshly dipped apples in crushed nuts or sprinkles before the candy hardens.
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