Rainbow Candy Apples
Create delightful Rainbow Candy Apples with this fun and easy recipe! These vibrant treats not only add a splash of color to any gathering but are also a hit with both kids and adults alike. The glossy hard candy coating and the swirls of color make each apple a feast for the eyes, perfect for parties, festive occasions, or just a fun day in the kitchen. With simple steps and customizable flavors, you can easily impress friends and family while enjoying quality time together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes 6 servings (candy apples) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy-making
- Cuisine: American
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
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly to remove wax. Insert candy sticks into the tops of each apple.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, mix sugar, corn syrup, and water. Heat over medium-high until sugar dissolves.
- Attach a candy thermometer and boil without stirring until it reaches 302°F (150°C), about 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare heat-proof bowls with gel food colors as the syrup boils.
- Once at temperature, remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour syrup into one bowl, add gel colors, and swirl gently to create a marbled effect.
- Dip each apple into the colored syrup quickly to coat completely. Let excess drip off.
- Place on parchment paper to cool for about 10-15 minutes until hardened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 61g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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