Description
Experience the joy of fall with our Easy Candy Apple Recipe. This delightful treat combines a glossy, crunchy candy coating with fresh apples to create an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion. With just three simple ingredients and a quick 30-minute preparation time, you can impress family and friends at parties, Halloween festivities, or cozy nights in. The vibrant red color and sweet flavor make these candy apples a seasonal favorite that everyone will love. Customize them with nuts or sprinkles for added fun, making them not only delicious but also a fantastic hands-on activity for kids. Dive into this nostalgic treat that brings warmth and sweetness to your autumn celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
- 8 small-medium apples
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by inserting sticks into the stem end, pushing halfway through.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat it with cooking spray.
- In a large saucepan over high heat, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Boil, then reduce heat and stir in food coloring until it reaches Hard Crack stage (300-310°F), about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before quickly dipping each apple into the candy mixture.
- Place dipped apples on the prepared baking sheet and allow to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple (70g)
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg