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DIY High-Gloss Galaxy Candy Apples

Mirror-shiny candy apples with swirling galaxy colors and a crisp, glass-like candy shell.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 apples
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Shell
  • 6 apples washed and dried
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup
  • 0.5 cup water
Coloring
  • gel food coloring black, purple, blue

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Wooden spoon
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Wash apples, dry completely, and insert candy sticks.
  2. Boil sugar, corn syrup, and water to 300°F without stirring.
  3. Remove from heat and allow bubbles to settle.
  4. Tint candy with gel food coloring.
  5. Dip and swirl apples to create galaxy effect.
  6. Let harden completely on parchment paper.

Notes

Best enjoyed within 24 hours for maximum shine and crunch.