Candied apple rings or slices are a classic and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with fresh apples, sugar, and spices, these sweet and tangy snacks are perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you need a quick and easy dessert. Whether you prefer rings or slices, there are countless variations of this timeless recipe to suit your taste. From classic cinnamon sugar to more exotic flavors like pumpkin spice or maple bacon, there's a candied apple recipe out there for everyone. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in the irresistible goodness of homemade candied apples.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
RED CANDY APPLE SLICES
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Time 30m
Yield 32 candy apple slices
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the sugar, 1/2 cup water and corn syrup to a boil. Cook to 250 degrees F, or until the syrup spins a thread when poured from the edge of a cooking spoon. Pour in the candy pieces and continue cooking to 285 degrees F. Remove from the heat and add the food coloring to achieve the desired shade of red.
- Put the chopped nuts, coconut and candies in shallow bowls. Set aside. Wash the apples thoroughly. Remove the stems from the apples and insert a popsicle stick into the center of the bottom of each apple.
- Dip the apples quickly in the candy mixture, twisting as you dip to cover the entire apple. Roll the apples in the assorted toppings, coating the bottom half of each apple. Place on the greased cookie sheet and allow the coating to cool and harden. Remove the popsicle sticks and use an apple slicer or a sharp serrated knife to cut the apples into slices. Place a toothpick in each slice.
CINNAMON CANDIED APPLES
For years, we enjoyed candied apples at Christmas when my great-grandmother made them. When she passed away, no one could find the recipe. I eventually came across this stovetop version and have continued her tradition. -Angie Marquart, Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel apples and cut in half lengthwise; remove cores. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the water, sugar and candies to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar and candies are dissolved. Reduce heat; carefully add apples. Cook, uncovered, until apples are tender, about 8 minutes., With a slotted spoon, transfer apples to a serving dish; pour syrup over apples. Serve warm or chilled. Garnish with mint if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
BRANDIED APPLE RINGS
This is a great way to preserve apples, with a sweet, subtle brandy flavor to it. They make an excellent pie filling! It should be enough to make three pies.
Provided by Shannon Kalista
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place apple rings in a bowl and pour in enough water to cover. Add lemon juice to water.
- Bring sugar and 3 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan; cook and stir until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Add apples to sugar-water mixture and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until apples are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple rings into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Keep syrup in the saucepan.
- Bring the syrup back to a boil and add brandy; cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle the syrup over apple rings, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top.
- Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 1.1 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
SPICED APPLE RINGS
Make and share this Spiced Apple Rings recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Apple
Time 1h
Yield 8 pints
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Wash apples. Peel and slice one apple at a time. Immediately cut crosswise into 1/2" slices, remove core area with a melon baller and immerse in ascorbic acid solution to keep the apples from discoloring.
- In a 6 quart saucepan, combine sugar, water, vinegar, cloves, cinnamon candies, or cinnamon sticks and food coloring (if using).
- Heat to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves then lower heat and simmer 3 minutes.
- Drain apples and add to hot syrup, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Fill prepared jars with apple rings and hot flavored syrup, leaving a 1/2" headspace.
- Check for air bubbles and add more liquid if needed to maintain the 1/2" headspace.
- Process pint or quart size jars in a boiling water bath for 20 minutes .
- Adjust time according to your altitude.
- NOTE: This can also be pressure canned. Pressure Canner - Hot pack pints or quarts and process for 8 minutes at the pressure specified according to your altitude and / or style of canner.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1530.6, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 23, Carbohydrate 395.8, Fiber 17.2, Sugar 370.3, Protein 1.9
CANDIED APPLE RINGS OR SLICES
I came up with this recipe to try and duplicate the apple rings that I used to have when I was growing up.
Provided by Andtototoo
Categories Apple
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Slice the apples into thin rings.
- In a dutch oven or soup kettle put the water, sugar and red cinnamon candies.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to medium, stirring occasionally.
- When the cinnamon candies have dissolved, add the apple rings.
- Simmer for 15 minutes on lowish heat until the apples are tender.
- While the apples are simmering, about every 5 minutes gently stir the mixture.
- When the apples are cooked, turn off the heat and allow the apples to cool in the syrup.
- They will continue to darken in color as they sit in the syrup.
- Serve either chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.5, Fat 0.2, Sodium 2.6, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 39.3, Protein 0.4
CANDIED PINEAPPLE SLICES
Use these glistening candied fruits to garnish the Hummingbird Cake.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Bring pineapple juice, sugar, and corn syrup to a boil; cook on medium heat 4 minutes. Add pineapple slices; simmer on low heat, turning frequently, 45 minutes or until translucent.
- Transfer slices to a wire rack set over a baking sheet and bake at 200 degrees until pineapple caramelizes and is less sticky, 60 to 90 minutes. Let cool on rack.
SPICY MOCK APPLE RINGS
You can use cucumbers, zucchini, or apples to make these homemade spiced rings. My family can't tell the difference from apples to zucchini. It is easy but takes a couple of minutes each day for about a week to make. Well worth the small effort!
Provided by Holly M.
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time P2DT10h10m
Yield 50
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix 2 cups water (or amount needed to cover the zucchini) and pickling lime together in a nonreactive bowl. Place the zucchini slices in a large (at least 1-gallon) glass jar or large crock, and pour the lime mixture over the zucchini. The solution should completely cover the zucchini. Cover the jar with plastic wrap, and allow to stand for 24 hours. Drain the zucchini slices in a colander in the sink; thoroughly wash the glass jar. Rinse the zucchini slices very well under running water to rinse away all the lime, and place the slices back into the jar. Cover with fresh cool water, allow to stand for 2 to 3 hours, and drain away the water. Rinse again.
- Place the zucchini slices into a large pot, and stir in 1 cup vinegar, the alum, food coloring, and 2 more cups water (or enough water to cover the zucchini slices). Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to low, and simmer the zucchini slices for 2 hours. Drain the zucchini slices, and discard the liquid.
- Place the zucchini slices back into the glass jar. Mix together 1 cup of vinegar, 3 more cups of water, the sugar, cinnamon sticks, and red hot candies in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and stir until the sugar and candies dissolve. Pour the syrup over the zucchini slices. Allow the zucchini to stand covered for 24 hours. Drain, and reserve the syrup. Bring the syrup to a full rolling boil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Sterilize the canning jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the zucchini slices into the hot, sterilized jars, and pour the hot syrup into the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 20 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 10.1 mg, Sugar 21.5 g
CARAMELIZED APPLE RINGS
When my children were little, they liked fruit, so I tried to make several dishes with different fruit. This recipe was one of their favorites. We lived close to an apple farm, so we always had apples on hand. -Helen Steele, Polk City, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a small skillet, cook apples in butter until tender. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Cook until apples are golden brown and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, crisp apples that hold their shape well when cooked. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady are all good choices.
- Make sure your oil is hot enough: The oil should be shimmering and hot enough to cause the apples to sizzle when they are added. If the oil is not hot enough, the apples will not brown properly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the apples in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. Overcrowding will prevent the apples from cooking evenly.
- Flip the apples halfway through cooking: This will ensure that they brown evenly on both sides.
- Drain the apples on paper towels: This will help to remove any excess oil.
- Coat the apples in cinnamon sugar while they are still warm: This will help the sugar to adhere to the apples.
Conclusion:
Candied apple rings or slices are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of candied apples that will be sure to impress your friends and family.
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