Description
Get ready to conjure up some Halloween magic with these Poison Toffee Apples! These wickedly delightful treats are sure to steal the spotlight at your Halloween gathering. With their glossy black finish and a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors from fresh Granny Smith apples, they make an eye-catching centerpiece that everyone will remember. Easy to make and fun for all ages, these candy-coated apples offer a unique twist on a classic treat. Gather your friends or family for an engaging activity that will bring everyone together this spooky season!
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup liquid glucose or light corn syrup
- few drops black gel food coloring
- 6 Granny Smith apples (or 12 small apples)
Instructions
- Prepare a greased baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Insert bamboo skewers into each apple for easy dipping.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, corn syrup, and black food coloring. Heat gently until dissolved.
- Stop stirring and wash down the sides of the pot with a wet brush. Cook until it reaches hard crack stage (150ºC/310ºF).
- Dip each apple into the caramel mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Place dipped apples on the prepared baking sheet to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 62g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose fresh, unwaxed Granny Smith apples for the best results. Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties or colors for your candy coating. Work quickly once the caramel is ready to maintain its glossy finish.