Cinnamon Sugar Candy Apples
Indulge in the delightful taste of Cinnamon Sugar Candy Apples, a perfect treat for crisp autumn days or festive gatherings. This recipe transforms ordinary apples into a sweet, crunchy sensation coated with a luscious candy layer infused with warm cinnamon. Ideal for family fun or as a stunning dessert centerpiece, these candy apples are not only simple to make but also customizable to suit your preferences. With easy-to-follow steps and common kitchen tools, you can impress your guests or create lasting memories with loved ones as you enjoy this seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings (candy apples) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Lollipop sticks or wooden skewers
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, removing stems and inserting lollipop sticks into each apple.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a boil without stirring until the temperature reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in ground cinnamon.
- Dip each apple into the hot candy mixture, allowing excess candy to drip off.
- Place the coated apples on a greased tray or parchment paper and let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 65g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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