Description
A delightful twist on the classic candied apple with a vibrant ocean-themed presentation, perfect for fall festivities and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith or your favorite variety)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 tsp flavor extract (vanilla, almond, or coconut)
- Food coloring (blue, green, or any ocean-themed colors)
- Lollipop sticks or wooden skewers
- Decorative edible glitter or sprinkles (optional)
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Instructions
- Wash and Dry: Rinse apples under cool water and dry them thoroughly with a clean towel.
- Insert Sticks: Push lollipop sticks or wooden skewers into the stem end of each apple, about halfway in.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix sugar, corn syrup, and water.
- Heat: Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Boil: Increase heat and allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it reaches the hard crack stage (300°F or 150°C), about 10-15 minutes. Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
- Add Flavor and Color: Once the syrup reaches the correct temperature, remove it from heat. Stir in your chosen flavor extract and add food coloring until the desired hue is achieved.
- Dip the Apples: Hold each apple by the stick and dip into the candy coating. Rotate to ensure an even coverage.
- Set on Baking Sheet: Place the coated apples upright on the parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and harden.
- Decorate: Sprinkle edible glitter or sprinkles on the apples while the coating is still sticky for an extra touch of fun.
Notes
For a unique twist, try different food coloring and toppings. Ensure apples are unwaxed for better coating adherence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg