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Decadently Dark Candy Apples
The magic ingredients for these bewitching apples? A deep crimson variety like Red Delicious, a few drops of food coloring, plus a dash of spicy cinnamon.
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 20 min⏳ Prep: 10 min👤 Country Living📖 countryliving
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●saucepan
- ●baking sheet
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Remove stems and skewer apples (see "Tricks for Sticks," below).
2
In a saucepan over high heat, with a candy thermometer attached, heat sugar, water, and light corn syrup, stirring until sugar dissolves.
3
Bring to a boil until mixture reaches 300 degrees F. Remove from heat, and stir in 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon-flavored oil and 1/4 tablespoon red food coloring.
4
To make red apples: Dip apples, one at a time, then transfer to a greased baking sheet. Let cool, about ⏱️ 10 minutes.
5
To make black apples: Add black food coloring to your red syrup. (If the syrup has thickened, reheat briefly.) Dip apples, one at a time, then transfer to a greased baking sheet. Let cool, about ⏱️ 10 minutes.
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