Homemade Candy Apples
Crisp apples coated in a glossy, sweet candy shell make for a classic treat perfect for fall or festive occasions. This homemade candy apple recipe is simple, delicious, and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Fuji), washed and dried
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 6 wooden sticks
- Cooking spray or oil, for greasing
Instructions
- Insert wooden sticks into the stem end of each apple and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Attach a candy thermometer to the pan. Without stirring, bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the temperature reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in red food coloring and cinnamon, if using.
- Working quickly, dip each apple into the candy mixture, turning to coat evenly.
- Place coated apples on the greased baking sheet to cool and harden.
- Let the candy apples cool completely before serving, about 30 minutes.
Notes
For a festive twist, roll dipped apples in chopped nuts, sprinkles, or crushed cookies before the candy hardens.
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