Candy Apple

Bring a touch of nostalgia to your kitchen with these dazzling homemade Candy Apples, a show-stopping treat perfect for fall festivities, Halloween parties, or as a fun dessert year-round. Shiny, crimson-red, and perfectly glossy, these apples are coated in a crisp candy shell made with granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and a hint of red food coloring for that classic look. With just six simple ingredients and 30 minutes of your time, you can create this timeless fairground favorite. The recipe guides you through achieving the perfect hard-crack stage for that signature crunch, plus tips for mess-free assembly using parchment paper and nonstick spray. These Candy Apples aren’t just delicious—they’re a feast for the eyes, making them an ideal centerpiece or edible gift for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Red apples
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
• 0.75 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Red food coloring
• 6 pieces Wooden sticks
• 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the apples. Remove the stems and carefully insert a wooden stick into the top of each apple, making sure it's secure. Set them aside.

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray. This will prevent the candy apples from sticking.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir gently to combine.

Step 4

Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan, ensuring it doesn't touch the bottom. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5

Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and bring the mixture to a boil. Allow it to cook until it reaches 300°F (the hard-crack stage) on the candy thermometer. This process should take about 15–20 minutes. Be cautious, as the mixture will be extremely hot.

Step 6

Once the candy reaches 300°F, immediately remove the saucepan from heat. Quickly stir in the red food coloring until evenly blended.

Step 7

Working quickly, tilt the saucepan slightly and dip each apple into the hot candy mixture, swirling to coat it evenly. Let any excess drip back into the saucepan.

Step 8

Place the coated apples onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow them to cool and harden completely, about 20–30 minutes.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your beautifully glossy candy apples! Store leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1893.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2439.0

Total Fat 2.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 34.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 638.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 602.8g
Protein 3.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76.8mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 1170.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.7%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 98.8%