Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of fall with this Easy Candy Apple Recipe, perfect for Halloween and autumn gatherings. Made from scratch in just 30 minutes, these candy apples are created using only three simple ingredients: sugar, corn syrup, and water. The glossy red coating and crunchy texture make them a delightful treat that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Customize your candy apples with fun toppings like nuts or sprinkles to make each one unique! This easy-to-follow recipe will have you bringing the fairground experience right to your home.
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
- Insert sticks into the stem ends of each apple and set aside.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat it with cooking spray.
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water over high heat. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, stir in food coloring, and boil until the mixture reaches Hard Crack stage (300-310°F).
- Dip each apple quickly into the hot candy mixture, ensuring an even coat.
- Place coated apples on the prepared baking sheet 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 (80g)
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 49g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg