Best 5 Carnival Candy Apples Recipes
Savor the essence of carnivals and fairs with our delightful collection of candy apple recipes. These sweet treats are not just visually appealing, but also a burst of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Explore our easy-to-follow recipes and discover the art of crafting homemade candy apples that are sure to be the stars of your next gathering or party.
From the classic red candy apple to variations like caramel and chocolate, these recipes cater to every palate. Impress your loved ones with our step-by-step guide that ensures perfect results every time. Indulge in the nostalgic charm of candy apples while creating cherished memories with friends and family. Embark on this culinary adventure and elevate your dessert game with our irresistible candy apple recipes.
OLD-FASHIONED RED CANDIED APPLES
These are the kind you found at the circus or carnival! Not the newer version covered with cramel. ;) Candy thermometer is needed for this, as well as popsicle sticks. The number of apples needed depends on the size of the apples, probably 4 medium ones. The recipe states that each batch candies approximately 1 dozen medium apples. I'm not sure I trust that. Cook time depends on your altitude where you live, heat of your burner, and pot used. NOTE: See review by Canada Goose for helpful hints! Thanks, CG!
Provided by Nana Lee
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix 1st 3 ingredients in saucepan.
- Put on high heat with candy thermometer positioned in center of fluid level.
- While it is boiling, thoroughly wash and dry your apples, and spear with the sticks.
- Boil mixture until reaches hard crack (300ºF), then immediately add red food coloring and stir.
- Quickly immediately dip the apples, twisting to cover, and set on a greased cookie sheet.
CARNIVAL CARAMEL APPLES
With four kids (one child whose birthday is November 1), we celebrate Halloween in style around our house. These caramel apples are a tried-and-true favorite year after year. -Gail Prather, Bethel, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12 apples.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter; add the brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil, about 10-12 minutes. Stir in milk. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , Insert Popsicle sticks into apples. Dip each apple into hot caramel mixture; turn to coat. Dip bottom of apples into peanuts. Place on greased waxed paper until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 94g carbohydrate (82g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CARNIVAL CANDY APPLES
These apples are just like the ones you had at a carnival as a kid. The hard candy coating is sweet with a slight cinnamon flavor. Super easy to make, these would be great to have at a kid's party or for Halloween. We loved these with a crisp red apple, but have fun experimenting with different types of apples.
Provided by MaryJane Kent
Categories Other Snacks
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Remove stems from apples.
- 2. Wash and dry apples.
- 3. Place a popsicle stick in each apple, set aside.
- 4. Cook sugar, corn syrup, water, butter, cinnamon oil and red food coloring to hard crack stage.
- 5. Roll apples in syrup.
- 6. Set on greased foil to cool.
STATE FAIR RED CANDY APPLES
This receipe was given to me when I was 8 yrs old by our neighbors mom. Every year at the towns Halloween Carnival, she would make hundreds of these to sell at one of the booths. These were my favorite thing to make for my own kids while they were growing up. This receipe has always been part of my childhood!!!
Provided by Angela Lynch
Categories Other Snacks
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Grease 2 cookie sheets. Wash and dry apples and put popsickle sticks in them and have them ready to be dipped into the hot candy.
- 2. Spray a large pot with cooking spray.Put a candy thermometer on side of pot(do not let it touch bottom). On high temperature, mix all ingrediants, STIRRING CONSTANTLY(this will take awhile).Allow temperature to reach 277 degrees(or soft crack). DO NOT OVERCOOK.You know candy is ready when it forms a ball when a little dropped in a glass of cool water.
- 3. Immediately remove from heat. And start dipping apples in the HOT candy.BE CAREFULL, THE CANDY IS EXTREMELY HOT!!!After dipping apples in candy, swirl apple around to keep candy on apple and let the apple drip for a few seconds and put them on the greased cookie sheets.WORK FAST, as the hot liquid as it cools will get hard.
- 4. When finished dipping all the apples, make sure you put some HOT water in your pot and get the candy out as soon as possable, or you will have a big mess. Also clean all candy drippings, spoons, etc. This candy when dry, dries like glue.
- 5. If you want to cool fast, put in refrigerator for a few minutes. But do not store in refrigerator, because the candy will slide right off the apple. Keep in airtight container when hard or wrap in wax paper.
CARNIVAL CARAMEL APPLES
Treat the kids to these delicious Caramel Apples. Be sure to treat yourself to one it will bring back memories of your young years at the carnival :) From Land-O-Lakes Cookbook
Provided by daisygrl64
Categories Candy
Time 1h
Yield 10-14 apples
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- in 2 qt saucepan melt butter, add brown sugar, corn syrup and salt, cook over med heat stirring occasionally until mixture comes to a full boil 10 to 12 minutes.
- stir in sweetened condensed milk.
- continue cooking stirring occasionally until candy thermometer reaches 245*F or small amount of mixture forms a firm ball 20 to 25 minutes.
- remove from heat, stir in vanilla.
- dip apples in caramel mixture, dip end of apples in chopped peanuts.
- place on greased waxed paper.
- refrigerate until firm, about 10 minutes.
Tips:
- For the best results, use crisp, firm apples. Granny Smith apples are a popular choice.
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly before coating them in the candy mixture.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the candy mixture reaches the correct temperature (300°F).
- Dip the apples in the candy mixture one at a time, using a spoon or tongs to coat them evenly.
- Hold the apples upside down for a few seconds to allow the excess candy mixture to drip off.
- Place the apples on a greased baking sheet or parchment paper to cool and harden.
- If you want to decorate the apples, do so immediately after dipping them in the candy mixture. You can use sprinkles, nuts, chocolate chips, or other toppings.
- Store the candy apples in a cool, dry place for up to two weeks.
Conclusion:
Candy apples are a classic carnival treat that is easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create delicious and festive candy apples that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy dessert, give candy apples a try!
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