
Pat apples dry, coat in candy, immediately stick in the fridge to harden (getting closer).Candy coating sticks (success), taste is second worst known to man (back to the drawing board). Have the great idea to coat apples in cornstarch first so candy coating sticks.
Proceed to spend next 10 minutes researching “best ways to discard of scalding hot sugar”. Notice brownish color of candy coating, decide to try a taste anyways, discover the worst taste known to man (i.e. Simmer for 15 minutes on lowish heat until the apples are tender. When the cinnamon candies have dissolved, add the apple rings.
Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to medium, stirring occasionally.
Increase temperature of said candy coating in the hopes that it will harden better. In a dutch oven or soup kettle put the water, sugar and red cinnamon candies. Candy coating refuses to stick to apples (because apples, as it turns out, are wet, and therefore dissolve sugar.). Learn you can use acid like lemon juice instead (success!). Realize that to make candy apples, I may need corn syrup (which, in addition to not being available here in Holland, is just not something I want to use). It’s really a great drink to enjoy in the cooler weather.īe sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page to see what my blogger friends are cooking up for Apple Week.But these sure gave me a run for my money! Here are some things that happened before I arrived at the perfect Candy Apple Lollipops: If you are serving this at a party or family gathering where you want to keep it warm for a longer period of time transfer the mixture over to a crock pot set on warm. Follow all my tips and tricks for the BES. While the candy is cooking, wash the apples well (you can even add a tiny drop of dish soap) and then. The perfect candy apple has a super thin, shiny red coat with no bubbles and the perfect amount of cinnamon flavor. Using a slotted spoon makes it al little easier. and begin cooking over medium heat, stirring frequently. I know that sounds a little weird but when the candy starts to melt the liquid turns red and it can make it difficult to see how much candy is left in the pot. I recommend using a slotted spoon to stir with. Add the sugar, corn syrup, and water to a large saucepan. Generously grease paper or baking mat with nonstick cooking spray. Line a baking sheet with wax paper, parchment paper, or a nonstick (silicone) baking mat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook until the mixture reaches 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a heavy medium saucepan. Insert a craft stick into base of each apple, pushing 2/3 of the way through. Remove stems and turn the apples upside down. butter the parchment and set the sheet aside. Once it’s hot but not boiling add in the Red Hots stirring occasionally until they are melted. Push a popsicle stick or bamboo stick about halfway into the center through the top of the apple. In a heavy saucepan, mix together the sugar, golden syrup and water. DIRECTIONS Butter a cookie sheet and line it with parchment paper. In a large pot combine two quarts of apple juice with sugar and simmer over low heat. I make this drink in two quart batches but you can easily make a gallon or two by doubling or quadrupling the recipe. 1x 2x 3x 12 small red or green apples (any variety) 12 lollipop or popsicle sticks 3 cups sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 cup. These candies are a key ingredient and give the drink its red color. Do you remember those from when you were a kid? They are small red (obviously) cinnamon flavored candies. Red Hot Apple Cider gets it’s name from the candies Red Hots. Wash and dry your apples insert lollipop sticks, wooden popsicle sticks or small bamboo skewers into the stem end and set aside line a baking sheet with foil or parchment. They are like peanut butter and jelly or peas and carrots. lollipop sticks, wooden popsicle sticks or small bamboo skewers. I was a little skeptical at first but now… I’m hooked.Īpple cider and Autumn are just meant to go together. This is a recipe that I first tried with my husband’s family. Today I’m sharing this great recipe for Red Hot Apple Cider. I’m teaming up with some great bloggers this week to share some of the best apple recipes on the internet. This is also the perfect drink to enjoy with cookies while you decorate the tree. It’s a great drink to keep you warm while you tailgate before the big game. Red Hot Apple Cider is a fun drink to enjoy during the fall and holidays.