Candy apples , or candied apples, are a Halloween classic, with their crisp, sweet coating. These shiny apples, often associated with fairs and festivals, are easy to make at home and naturally gluten-free. They add a festive and colorful touch to your Halloween table, while also being a simple and fun dessert for children and adults alike.

Candy Apples

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Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time 12 mins Rest time: 10 minutes Total time 27 minutes

Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 6 Special regime:

Naturally gluten-free

Ingredients

Servings

• 6 apples (preferably Granny Smith or Pink Lady)

• 300 g of sugar

• 100 ml of water

• 1 tbsp of corn syrup (or glucose)

• ^1/2 tsp red food _coloring

• 6 wooden sticks

Preparation

1. Preparing the apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Insert a wooden stick into the center of each apple. Place them on lightly greased parchment paper.

2. Caramel preparation: In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Let it boil without stirring until the caramel reaches 150°C (300°F), approximately 8 to 12 minutes (use a kitchen thermometer).

3. Coloring and coating: Remove the pan from the heat and add the food coloring. Mix quickly. Immediately dip the apples one by one into the caramel, turning them to coat them well. Let them harden on the parchment paper.

Keywords: Candy apple recipe, gluten-free Halloween recipes

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