Description
Galaxy candy apples are a fun, cosmic treat with a shimmering swirl of colors. Perfect for space-themed parties or a sweet, creative dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (black, blue, purple, pink)
- Edible glitter and luster dust
- Wooden skewers or sticks
Instructions
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Wash and dry apples, insert wooden skewers.
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Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a pot. Heat to 300°F (hard crack stage).
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Stir in vanilla extract and gel food coloring.
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Dip apples into the candy coating and swirl to create a galaxy effect.
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Sprinkle edible glitter and luster dust.
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Let the apples cool and harden before serving.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the sugar reaches the right temperature.
- Work quickly as the candy coating hardens fast.
- Add different colors for a more vibrant galaxy effect.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy coating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g
Keywords: galaxy candy apples, cosmic treats, candy apple recipe, space-themed dessert, galaxy-themed apples