Candy Apples
Relive childhood memories with these deliciously crunchy candy apples, coated in a glossy sweet shell and perfect for any festive occasion.
Servings: 6 apples
Calories: 275kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 medium Granny Smith apples Ideal for their crisp tartness.
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 16 drops red food coloring For that vibrant candy coating.
- 3/4 cup water
Equipment
- 1 Cooking spray For greasing the baking sheet and parchment.
- 1 stick Wooden sticks To insert into the apples.
Instructions
Preparation
- Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper, ensuring a non-stick surface.
- Insert a wooden stick into the top of each apple, pushing it about halfway through.
Cooking the Candy Coating
- In a medium heavy pot over medium-high heat, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, red food coloring, and water.
- Stir until the mixture begins to boil.
- Boil until a candy thermometer reads between 300 and 310 degrees Fahrenheit, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Coating the Apples
- Remove the pot from heat and let the bubbling subside for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Dip each apple into the hot candy mixture until completely coated.
Cooling
- Transfer the coated apples to the prepared baking sheet and let them cool completely.
Notes
Enjoy your candy apples fresh! If you have leftovers, wrap them individually in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for best results.