Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Candy Apples
Learn how to make candy apples with a traditional caramelized sugar coating, classic flavor, and crunchy texture. Perfect for parties and quick desserts.
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Ingredients
2 cups water
4 cups granulated sugar
12 small or medium apples, washed and dried
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Oil for greasing aluminum trays or baking pans
Red food coloring (powder or liquid)
4 cups granulated sugar
12 small or medium apples, washed and dried
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Oil for greasing aluminum trays or baking pans
Red food coloring (powder or liquid)
Where to find ingredients
You can find most of these ingredients at your local supermarket. Apples, sugar, water, and white vinegar are common staples. Look for popsicle sticks in the baking or party supplies aisle. Red food coloring is usually found in the baking section. If you can't find red food coloring easily, check specialty baking stores or larger supermarkets that carry a wider range of baking ingredients. For greasing the pans, any neutral cooking oil like vegetable or canola oil will work.
Preparation method
- Wash the apples thoroughly and pat them completely dry with a clean cloth
- Insert a popsicle stick or two into each apple for easy handling and to ensure a firm grip when coating
- Lightly grease aluminum trays or baking pans with oil to prevent the sugar from sticking
- In a pot, combine the sugar, water, vinegar, and food coloring
- Stir gently, avoiding the use of a spoon, to prevent sugar crystallization
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 25 minutes, without stirring, until it reaches the desired caramel consistency
- To check the consistency, dip the tip of a popsicle stick into the syrup and let a drop fall onto the greased pan
- If it forms a solid, crunchy layer upon cooling, it's ready
- Hold the apples by their sticks and dip them into the syrup, pressing gently to coat them completely
- Place the coated apples onto the greased pan and let the candy harden before serving
Observations
Candy apples are a traditional Brazilian treat combining fresh apples coated in a layer of caramelized sugar. This simple recipe is ideal for parties, offering an irresistible combination of sweetness and crunch. The preparation involves caramelizing sugar with water, vinegar, and food coloring, then dipping the apples into this irresistible sweet coating. The result is a visually appealing dessert with a striking flavor, perfect for special occasions or quick sweet treats.
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