Candy Apples

* Exported from MasterCook *

Candy Apples

Recipe By : Anita A. Matejka
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:15
Categories : Candies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 apples
8 popsicle sticks
3 c granulated sugar
1 c water
1/2 c corn syrup
1/4 c red hot candies
1/2 tsp red food coloring

Insert a popsicle stick part way through stem end of apples. Prepare a baking
sheet with cooking spray and set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat,
combine
sugar, water, corn syrup, candies, and food coloring. Boil without stirring
until candy thermometer reaches 290, about 20 minutes. With brush dipped in
water, brush sugar from sides of pan. Remove mixture from heat, dip pot bottom
briefly in cold water to arrest cooking. Tip saucepan, swirl each apple in
mixture to coat. Place apples on prepared baking sheet to cool. Work quickly
before mixture hardens.



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