Description
Delightful candy-coated apples infused with the flavor of fresh strawberries, offering a crunchy, sweet treat perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Granny Smith apples
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: crushed shortbread cookies, chocolate sprinkles, or crushed nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and dry apples thoroughly, and insert a stick into the top of each apple.
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries and let them drain on paper towels.
- Make the Candy Coating: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and butter. Stir until bubbly and golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Dip the Apples: Dip each apple in the candy coating, swirl to coat evenly, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add the Strawberries: While coating is warm, press a strawberry onto each candy apple.
- Chill: Cool apples in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes until the candy coating sets.
- Drizzle and Decorate: Drizzle with melted chocolate or heavy cream and sprinkle with optional toppings.
- Serve & Enjoy: Present the candy apples to guests and enjoy their delight!
Notes
To achieve the best results, work quickly with the candy coating, and ensure apples are completely dry before dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: candy apples, summer treats, strawberry dessert, party food, nostalgia