Colorful Candy Apples with Cotton Candy
A fun and festive treat that combines fresh apples coated in glossy candy with whimsical cotton candy, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 medium to large Fresh apples Choose firm apples for best results.
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1/4 cup Corn syrup
- Food coloring (various colors) Use different colors for a vibrant look.
- 1 package Cotton candy Store-bought or homemade is fine.
Tools and Miscellaneous
- 1 Candy thermometer For measuring the hardness of the candy.
- 8 Stickers or wooden sticks For apple handles.
- 1 Baking sheet Lined with parchment paper.
- Optional toppings (sprinkles, edible glitter, etc.) For additional decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the apples thoroughly to remove any wax.
- Insert wooden sticks into the center of each apple, about halfway in.
Candy Coating
- In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, water, and corn syrup.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Attach your candy thermometer and let the mixture boil without stirring. Watch for it to reach the hard crack stage (300°F or 149°C).
Coloring and Coating
- Remove the pan from heat. Divide the hot candy into separate bowls if using multiple colors.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and stir gently to combine.
- Dip each apple into the colored candy mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Rotate the apple to allow excess candy to drip off.
- Place the coated apples on the prepared baking sheet.
Adding Cotton Candy
- Once the candy coating has set slightly (but is not completely hard), gently press cotton candy onto the top of each apple.
- Allow the apples to cool completely until the candy is hard.
Notes
Store candy apples in a cool, dry place in a single layer to maintain texture. Avoid refrigeration, as it can cause the candy to sweat. For best texture, make them the same day you plan to serve.