Delicious Rainbow Candy Apples for a Fun Homemade Treat
Create a vibrant and delightful treat with these Delicious Rainbow Candy Apples, perfect for any gathering! These visually stunning sweets not only bring a burst of color to your dessert table but also tantalize the taste buds. Ideal for parties, festivals, or family fun days, these candy apples are easy to make and can be customized with various colors and toppings. Involve the kids in this simple, hands-on project that promises joy and laughter as you craft these colorful delights together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (red, yellow, blue, green, purple)
- Sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry the apples. Insert wooden skewers halfway into each apple.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix sugar, water, and corn syrup. Stir until dissolved; do not stir once boiling.
- Attach a candy thermometer and boil until reaching 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Divide syrup into bowls and add food coloring.
- Dip each apple into syrup for an even coat; let excess drip off before placing on parchment paper. Add sprinkles while warm.
- Allow cooling completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 65g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg