Sweet Ocean Candy Apples
These Sweet Ocean Candy Apples feature a glossy blue and green hard-crack candy coating over crisp green apples, offering a dramatic and delicious treat perfect for parties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium medium apples Use firm, tart varieties like Granny Smith.
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup Prevents crystallization.
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor to the candy.
- Food coloring (blue and/or green) For ocean hue.
- Sprinkles (optional) For decoration.
- Wooden sticks or skewers For holding the apples.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then insert a wooden stick or skewer into each apple about two-thirds of the way into the core.
- Chill the apples in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to help the candy set faster.
Making the Candy Coating
- In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is clear.
- Bring the syrup to a rolling boil and cook until it reaches the hard crack stage at 300°F (150°C). Watch carefully as it changes from pale to amber.
- Remove from heat immediately and stir in the vanilla extract. Add drops of blue and/or green food coloring and gently fold to achieve the desired hue.
Dipping the Apples
- Dip each apple in the syrup, rotating to coat the top two-thirds evenly. Allow excess syrup to run off.
- If the candy begins to set, return the pan briefly to low heat.
- Sprinkle with optional sprinkles immediately after dipping, and then set the apples on a parchment-lined tray to cool for about 10-20 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the candy apples once the coating is cool and hard. Store any extras in a cool place, not the fridge.
Notes
Keep the workspace prepared as the candy sets quickly. Reheat gently if the syrup thickens during the process. For best results, avoid water and humidity to maintain the candy's shine.