Delicious Homemade Candy Apples: A Fun & Sweet Treat for All
Delicious Homemade Candy Apples for a Sweet Treat
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
- sticks (wooden or popsicle)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, removing any wax.
- Insert sticks into the apples.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water, and cook over medium heat until the mixture boils.
- Once boiling, stop stirring and let it cook until it reaches the hard crack stage (about 300°F).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and food coloring, if using.
- Dip each apple in the candy mixture, turning to coat, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the apples cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a fun twist, try adding toppings like crushed nuts or sprinkles.
- Ensure the candy coating is thoroughly cooled before handling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: homemade candy apples, sweet treat, dessert