How to Make Candy Apples - A Step-by-Step Guide

Candy apples are a nostalgic treat, reminiscent of county fairs and Halloween parties. These shiny, red apples coated in a layer of sweet, crunchy candy are a classic dessert that never goes out of style. Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just as a fun way to enjoy a piece of fruit, candy apples are a crowd-pleaser that are sure to bring smiles to everyone's faces.

Although candy apples may seem like a simple treat, there's actually a bit of technique involved in ma...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 15 craft sticks
  • 15 medium apples, washed and dried
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 8 drops red food coloring

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 15 candy apples

  • Lightly grease cookie sheets. Insert craft sticks into whole, stemmed apples.
  • Combine sugar, water, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and insert candy thermometer; continue to boil, without stirring, until temperature reaches 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154 degrees C) or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads. Remove from heat and stir in food coloring.
  • Holding each apple by its stick, dip in syrup, remove and turn to coat evenly. Place on prepared sheets to harden.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 15mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 47g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 148mg