No Halloween is complete without the timeless Candy Apple. Crisp, tart apples are dipped into a hot sugar syrup that hardens into a glossy red shell, creating the perfect combination of crunch and juiciness. Their jewel-like shine makes them a festive centerpiece at parties, while the classic sweet-and-tart flavor keeps everyone coming back for more. Simple, nostalgic, and delightfully spooky with their blood-red glaze, Candy Apples are as fun to make as they are to eat. Serve them on sticks for an easy grab-and-go treat that kids and adults both adore.
Candy Apples Recipe
Candy Apples are glossy, crunchy Halloween treats featuring crisp apples coated in a shiny red sugar shell—festive, fun, and perfect for spooky parties.
Ingredients
Method
- Wash and thoroughly dry apples; insert wooden sticks into the stems.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water.
- Heat over medium-high, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a boil without stirring until mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and stir in red food coloring.
- Quickly dip apples into the hot syrup, swirling to coat.
- Place coated apples on a parchment-lined tray to cool and harden.
- Serve once fully set.
Notes
- For a spooky twist, add black food coloring for “poison apples.”
- Use caution—candy coating is very hot.
- Store in a cool, dry place and enjoy within 2 days.