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Homemade Toffee Apples (Candy Apples)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 150
Enjoy homemade candy apples with a crisp apple coated in a shiny, sweet toffee shell. Perfect for festive occasions or a fun treat.

Ingredients

Apples

  • 3 cups caster sugar (superfine sugar) ((600g / 1 ⅓ pounds))
  • 0.33 cup water ((80ml))
  • 0.25 cup liquid glucose (or light corn syrup) ((60ml))
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • red food colouring food colouring

Instructions 

  • Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
  • Wash apples, remove stems, dry, and insert skewers.
  • Combine sugar, water, glucose, and vinegar; heat over low, stirring until dissolved. Boil until 150°C (hard crack stage).
  • Remove from heat, add food colouring, then dip apples to coat evenly.
  • Allow to set before serving.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for best results.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Candy Apples