Brazilian recipe
Homemade Candy Apples with Traditional Caramel Glaze
Learn to make candy apples with a caramelized sugar glaze, a 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 thoroughly dried
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Oil for greasing baking sheets or pie pans
Red powder or liquid food coloring
4 cups granulated sugar
12 small or medium apples, washed and thoroughly dried
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Oil for greasing baking sheets or pie pans
Red powder or liquid food coloring
Where to find ingredients
You can find apples at any local grocery store or supermarket. Granulated sugar, water, white vinegar, and vegetable oil are also standard pantry staples available in all supermarkets. Red food coloring can be found in the baking or international aisle of most large grocery stores. For the popsicle sticks, check the baking section of your supermarket or a craft store.
Preparation method
- Thoroughly wash the apples and dry them completely with a clean cloth
- Insert a popsicle stick into each apple to make handling easier and ensure firmness when coating
- Lightly grease aluminum baking sheets or pie pans with oil to prevent the sugar from sticking
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, vinegar, and food coloring
- Stir gently without using a spoon to avoid sugar crystallization
- Bring to a boil over high heat
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook for about 25 minutes, without stirring, until it reaches the desired caramelization point
- To test the consistency, dip the tip of a popsicle stick into the syrup and drip it onto the greased pan
- If it forms a solid, crunchy layer as it cools, 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 on the greased pan and let the caramel harden before serving
Observations
Candy apples are a traditional Brazilian treat that combines 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 candy. The result is a visually appealing dessert with a striking flavor, perfect for special occasions or as a quick treat.
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