Best 4 Red Candy Apple Slices Recipes

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Red candy apple slices are a classic fall treat that is perfect for parties, potlucks, or just as a sweet snack. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they are incredibly easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer tart Granny Smith apples or sweet Honeycrisp, there is a red candy apple slice recipe out there for everyone.

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OLD-FASHIONED RED CANDIED APPLES



Old-Fashioned Red Candied Apples image

These are the kind you found at the circus or carnival! Not the newer version covered with cramel. ;) Candy thermometer is needed for this, as well as popsicle sticks. The number of apples needed depends on the size of the apples, probably 4 medium ones. The recipe states that each batch candies approximately 1 dozen medium apples. I'm not sure I trust that. Cook time depends on your altitude where you live, heat of your burner, and pot used. NOTE: See review by Canada Goose for helpful hints! Thanks, CG!

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sugar
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
red food coloring
apple

Steps:

  • Mix 1st 3 ingredients in saucepan.
  • Put on high heat with candy thermometer positioned in center of fluid level.
  • While it is boiling, thoroughly wash and dry your apples, and spear with the sticks.
  • Boil mixture until reaches hard crack (300ºF), then immediately add red food coloring and stir.
  • Quickly immediately dip the apples, twisting to cover, and set on a greased cookie sheet.

CANDIED APPLE RINGS OR SLICES



Candied Apple Rings or Slices image

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

8 apples, peeled and cored
2 cups water
1 cup sugar
4 ounces red cinnamon candies

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 APPLES II



Candied Apples II image

Apples with a hard candy coating, like you can get at fairs.

Provided by JONAR

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 5

15 apples
2 cups white sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 ½ cups water
8 drops red food coloring

Steps:

  • Lightly grease cookie sheets. Insert craft sticks into whole, stemmed apples.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Heat to 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads. Remove from heat and stir in food coloring.
  • Holding apple by its stick, dip in syrup and remove and turn to coat evenly. Place on prepared sheets to harden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 15 mg, Sugar 46.8 g

CANDIED APPLES



Candied Apples image

Cinnamon candies give these treats a more sinister bite than your average candied apple.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield 8 candied apples

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup cinnamon candies
8 tart apples, such as Granny Smith, stems removed
15 drops red food coloring

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan set over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup, and 1/2 cup water. Gently stir with a fork just until sugar is dissolved. Raise heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
  • Add cinnamon candies to pot and continue boiling, washing down the sides of the saucepan with a wet pastry brush occasionally to prevent sugars from crystallizing.
  • When mixture registers 302 degrees (hard crack) on a candy thermometer, remove from heat and stir in food coloring. Let stand until candy stops boiling and settles in bottom of saucepan, 1-2 minutes.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray. Insert candy apple sticks or wooden craft sticks into stem end of apples. Carefully tilt pan and dip apples into candy, swirling to coat all sides. Allow excess candy to fall back into saucepan; transfer apples to prepared baking sheet to cool and harden.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, crisp apples that will hold their shape when dipped in caramel. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples are all good choices.
  • Use a candy thermometer: This will help you ensure that the caramel reaches the correct temperature, which is essential for a successful candy apple.
  • Be careful when dipping the apples in the caramel: The caramel is very hot, so be sure to use tongs or a fork to hold the apples.
  • Let the apples cool completely before eating them: This will allow the caramel to harden and set properly.
  • Get creative with your toppings: You can use a variety of toppings to decorate your candy apples, such as sprinkles, nuts, chopped candy bars, or even edible glitter.

Conclusion:

Red candy apples are a classic fall treat that are easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create delicious and festive candy apples that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy fall activity, give these red candy apples a try!

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