Description
Create dazzling Rainbow Candy Apples with this easy recipe! These colorful treats are perfect for parties, festive gatherings, or simply as a fun afternoon activity. With their glossy candy coating and vibrant swirls, these apples will impress both kids and adults alike. The best part? You can customize the flavors and colors to match any occasion. Follow this simple guide to make your own batch of these delightful candy apples that are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 0.75 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (at least 3-4 different colors)
- 6 sturdy candy apple sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then insert a stick into each apple.
- Make the Candy Syrup: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir until dissolved over medium-high heat.
- Boil the Syrup: Bring to a boil without stirring until it reaches 302°F (150°C).
- Add Flavor: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Create Rainbow Effect: Pour syrup into a bowl, drop gel colors on top, and swirl gently for marbling.
- Dip Apples: Quickly dip each apple into the syrup, coating completely.
- Cool: Place on parchment paper to cool for about 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 256
- Sugar: 61g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg