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A vibrant red candy apple expertly coated and glistening.

Best way to grow 5 Candy Apples

This recipe provides instructions for growing 5 candy apples, ensuring a sweet and enjoyable treat. It involves preparing the apples and then coating them with a homemade candy mixture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5 apples
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Apple Ingredients
  • 5 medium apples
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 0.5 cup water
  • few red food coloring drops
For Serving
  • 5 wooden skewers

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then remove any stems and insert a wooden skewer into the core of each apple.
Making the Candy Coating
  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring, then add a few drops of red food coloring to achieve the desired color.
  3. Carefully dip each apple into the hot candy mixture, turning to ensure an even and complete coating.
Cooling and Setting
  1. Place the coated apples on a greased baking sheet or parchment paper, then allow them to cool completely and harden.

Notes

Ensure your apples are completely dry before coating to help the candy adhere better. Be careful when working with hot sugar syrup as it can cause burns. A candy thermometer can help you achieve the perfect temperature for the candy coating (around 300°F or 149°C).