Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples
Delicious candy apples coated with a sweet and tangy pineapple lemonade syrup, perfect for summer fun.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 apples
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles or other decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then remove the stems and insert a stick into the top of each apple.
- Make the Syrup Base: In a saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Add Tropical Flavors: Add pineapple juice, lemon juice, and food coloring; boil until it reaches 300°F.
- Cool and Thicken: Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Dip the Apples: Dip each apple into the syrup, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Decorate with Flair: Place dipped apples on a parchment-lined tray and add sprinkles while warm.
- Set and Enjoy: Allow candy apples to set before serving.
Notes
Ensure apples are completely dry before dipping in syrup. Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 58g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg