Homemade Candy Apples With Chocolate Drizzle
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of Homemade Candy Apples With Chocolate Drizzle! These sweet treats combine the crispness of tart apples with a glossy candy coating and a rich chocolate drizzle, making them perfect for any gathering. Easy to make and visually stunning, these candy apples evoke cherished memories of autumn fairs while offering a fun activity for the whole family. Customize them with various toppings or colors to suit any occasion, ensuring your candy apples are not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by washing and drying thoroughly. Insert popsicle sticks into each apple.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until dissolved. Stop stirring and boil until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage). Add food coloring and vanilla extract if using; stir quickly.
- Dip each apple into the hot candy mixture, allowing excess to drip off before placing on a greased baking sheet.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in intervals until smooth.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over each cooled candy-coated apple and allow to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple (130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg