Homemade Candy Apples
Crisp apples coated in a shiny, homemade cinnamon-spiced candy shell make these candy apples a perfect festive treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 medium apples, washed and dried
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Red food coloring (optional)
- Wooden sticks
- Butter or non-stick spray (for greasing)
Instructions
- Insert wooden sticks firmly into the top of each apple and lightly grease a baking sheet with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and ground cinnamon. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring, until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- If desired, stir in a few drops of red food coloring quickly before removing from heat.
- Working quickly, dip each apple into the hot candy mixture, turning to coat evenly. Let excess drip off.
- Place coated apples on the greased baking sheet and allow candy to harden at room temperature.
- Once set, serve immediately or store in a cool, dry place.
Notes
For extra flavor and texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or colored sprinkles onto the wet candy coating before it hardens.
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