Description
Rainbow Candy Apples are a fun and colorful treat that combines the sweetness of candy with the crispness of apples, perfect for parties or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then insert a stick into the top of each apple.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook without stirring until it reaches the hard crack stage (300°F or 150°C).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Divide the candy mixture into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl to create different colors.
- Dip each apple into the colored candy mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place the dipped apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and harden.
- Optionally, sprinkle with sprinkles before the candy sets.
Notes
- Make sure to use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature readings.
- Allow the candy coating to cool slightly before dipping the apples to prevent them from becoming too soft.
- Store the finished apples in a cool, dry place to maintain their crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Rainbow Candy Apples, DIY Candy Apples, Colorful Treats, Party Desserts