Wow! Did you use a candy thermometer and make sure your candy was up to the right temp? I can’t find a true candy apple around here! These are fantastic! It was mushy because she refrigerated it for 2 days. Need help.. of gel coloring (whichever color you want your apples to be! I haven’t ever made them in anything else, so I’m not sure how that would change things. Great Recipe! I have the white specks too but they don’t bother me much. I let it boil a little bit longer. Keep up the great work. I know you can buy edible body paint that is ‘glow in the dark’. Let the excess candy mixture drip a little and then … I don’t want any issues for the kids with the glitter….. Spider Cake Bites by Daily […], […] then, I’ve learned how to make candy apples in any color, and I’ve done them quite a few times! Please Help. After my candy reaches 302 degrees, I add my flavor really well. You always come up with super fantastic cakes, cupcakes, cookies and now this. Yes. Yes, you can use Wilton colors. Any color works for these candy apples if you just remember to use the right shade of Apple: use yellow apples if you want to make a yellow or orange candy coating, green apples for blue, and red apples for red, purple or black. I grew up knowing that when it was fair time I could get one, and I always looked forward to it, every single year. They want root beer flavored ones. Boil until the temperature reaches 300 degrees, then remove from heat and stir in Natural Cinnamon Flavoring and black food coloring. I love candy apples! I had a couple of green apples around the house while making them today n they turned out gorgeous! Ran around town trying to make sure I had every thing. I’ve never done it before, but you might try this: http://www.tasteofhome.com/cooking-tips/pantry-pointers/substitute-for-corn-syrup. Hello I was wondering if you have a recipe for Carmel apples? Finally, I’m not sure what to do about the holes. Thanks for sharing that fabulous recipe. Budget-er. One question after I let them sit and I try to bag them let’s say within 12hrs they stick to the plastic bags. I think it would cool too quickly (harden) to do multiple colors with one batch. … Thanks so much for the recipe. But, how do you make them sparkly in your July 4th picture???? I will definitely make these again! I *think* so – but I’ve never actually tried it. problem …. Hi Rose, I tried this recipe last night and OMG! If you have more shopping options, any cake supply store will carry it or Michael’s or Hobby Lobby should. Several people complain that the actual color (pink, blue, green, etc) cause the bad taste – so maybe try a different brand of color. Set to medium-high heat and attach a candy thermometer. I would like to know after dipping my apples do I direct dip them in any nuts of my choice or how do i get my candy to stick to the apples like gummy worms or nerds. Hi Marilyn,I like the idea of usin kool ade packets,does that affect the color of the apple,&also do u use 1 pk to this recipe above…thanks in advance. Do you know why? Quickly add your white paste and stir well. I used the recommended colors and flavor oils that you listed, but the only thing is that my candy had a slight after taste. They’ve been on my to do list. Please read through all of my notes – I describe them in detail. I’ve never had a candy apple. I don’t know any way to avoid this. […] How to Make Hot Pink Candy Apples (or any other color!!). Very pretty! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! I love this recipe… I have been looking for a good recipe and your pictures are amazing to match. I’ve never tried it but I’d love to hear about it if you do! See more ideas about candy apples, colored candy apples, caramel apples. Place on prepared, 25 Delicious Apple Pie Recipes for Your Thanksgiving Feast, What is an Air Fryer? You are so creative and by sharing your creations, you give us the opportunity to become super creative too. I could hardly get them in the bag, they kept sticking to it. All images & text on this site are property of Rose Bakes LLC. When you add the food coloring at the beginning should I stir it in or just let the colors mix from boiling? I’d wash them under warm water. (like cream of tomato soup) Also, the coating was so thick that there was no way to bite into the apple. In search of candy apple making kits, I keep coming up empty, apparently they are popular. There are a lot of things I miss from the USA and candy apples are 1 of them. I’ve never had a candy apple, so I’m excited to try! If your ivory is like mine, it won’t work. I found your page and i really love it, i have a question, i want to make. Do you have any questions about making candy apples? !” Thanks again, Rose!!! […], […] How To Make Candy Apples Any Color from rosebakes.com […], […] How to Make Candy Apples Any Color – such a fun tutorial! Every editorial product is independently selected, though we may be compensated or receive an affiliate commission if you buy something through our links. Maybe it was something I did wrong, I will have to just try again….LOL Maybe I can bag them when right after they are cool instead of leaving them out in the air overnight? What color do you recommend? Can I cover the whole apple with the color candy…would that damage the apples or is ok to cover the top with candy and part of the stick – so that the green of the apple won’t show. Too think how? Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Also, what is a good edible glitter. Hello im tryin to make them in i was wondering what makes the colore change i tryin to do baby blue and purple but moment want it see threw so do i use the white food coloring?? If it starts to harden before you are finished, you can put the pot back on very low heat to warm it up again… just be super careful to not burn or scorch it! While that’s going on… make sure your apples are ready (washed, dried, and on the sticks! I’m SO glad to hear it!! But I will recommend they use green apples, your apples look so awesome. Hi I have a question, is the white gel paste necessary? Hi Rose! I submerged mine in boiling water for 10 seconds. That suggestion came from another website. I strongly agree on candied apples being hard!!! These are so neat looking. I think it will be hard for the caramel to stick. means spruce house – family friends coming , .. Trendy Home Décor on a DIY Budget How candy apples color!! I always used the red candy shell you get in the kits and added a little extra cinnamon extract to it. OMG, these are so gorgeous, almost too pretty to eat! Loud Music. It looks like Liquid Paper or White-Out. I wouldn’t recommend refrigerating – they get sticky. Excited to try them tonight. Via rosebakes.com […], […] Pie Recipe from Walking on Sunshine Recipes #2: Crock Pot Pot Roast from Flour on My Face #3: Homemade Candy Apples from Rose […], […]        I am all about eye candy and these brightly colored candy apples from Rose Bakes And You Can Too! I’ve never made them chewy, but my understanding is that you only bring the temperature of the candy up to soft ball stage vs. hard ball stage and it will be chewier. Sep 7, 2016 - This website is for sale! Tilt your pot a little to help easily cover your apples. Thanks for stopping by! I love your candy apple but I tried to follow the recipe but honestly I do not have a candy thermometer and now my apple came out gooey…I wanted then to be hard…I waited for 20 minutes but I have read some of your comments and now I’m thinking what could I have done wrong…any advice..even though my daughters party is this weeken…I guess I’m just excited to make this candy apples…thank you anyways. Remove from heat. You can make them any color and I’ve even made them for baby showers, wedding favors and more! Ok thank u I will try again this week. I was able to make 11 candied apples with this recipe using McIntosh apples. The oil based is not the same as regular gel coloring but I think probably either would work for candy apples. Be sure your apples are clean and dry before dipping. So as for measuring. of white coloring necessary for the black apples also? See this for why http://www.thekitchn.com/good-question-c-11-34301 If it is, it should harden quickly, before having a chance to slide off. Going to make these tonight and try some with apple slices, my kids just lick the candy coating off anyways lol I figure if it doesn’t stick to the sliced apples I will just drop it on parchment paper and have suckers. I did orange and they look great, but I need to practice and get a big bottle of white food coloring. How to Make Candy Apples Any Color!! I’m truly sorry – I don’t know what else you can try. If I add edible glitter, do I use a pastry brush or just sprinkle it on before the candy hardens. But just making them plain white might make them react to black light, but I’m not certain of that. Everything steemed to work out the oly problem I had was when I put them down after dipping and letting excess run off it was like not enough candy ran off when they were hardened it was likes discs on the bottom making it difficult to eat. I have been looking for an idea to raise money, and I think this is perfect! I’ve seen this done buy using a melon baller to scoop out balls of apple putting them on toothpicks and dipping them so they are like bite sized candy apples. Yes, I wrap them for customers all the time. The apples had a bad after taste. Jun 12, 2018 - Explore gloria rollins's board "Colored candy apples" on Pinterest. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario, Colorful Candied Apples Recipe photo by Taste of Home. Thanks for the great ideas, when I bag them they become sticky to get out. Beth @ The First Year Blog<. Thank you for this recipe! Will the candy lose it’s top covering after i place them on the tray? And if so, wouldn’t that be either to sweet or change the flavor of the flavoring oil? You are awesome. Just want to be sure I don’t burn myself doing this and that I have everything I need to make this happen. […], […] click here >>  Colourful Candy Apples Tutorial […], […] Source File: rosebakes.com » DOWNLOAD « […], […] https://rosebakes.com/how-to-make-hot-pink-candy-apples-or-any-other-color-orange-blue-purpl/ […], […] Photo credit: (https://rosebakes.com/how-to-make-hot-pink-candy-apples-or-any-other-color-orange-blue-purpl/) […], […] How to Make Candy Apples Any Color | Rose Bakes […], […] to make candied apples. As of today, there are over 400 and most of the replies are repetitive! Would a tablespoon be enough do you think? For the mix to work, you’d have to reduce it proportionally. I was just sitting here and came across your recipe for these ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS candy apples. Dip each waxy apple into the mixture for 5 seconds, then pat dry. My question is I have to do white colored apples for a wedding, do I use just the white gel or do I need to use both the gel and a white coloring? I went out and brought everything you said to use. Hi Ms.Rose. I have no idea what would cause that! They do tend to stick but I still have to bag them up for customers. I dipped 6-8 medium Granny Smith apples and I only had one that had bubbles and that was the first one I dipped. The “butter” flavor isn’t necessary, but butter makes everything better, right? I’m so glad to hear I’m not the only one who thinks they should be hard! Kudos to YOU!!! I started washing my apples in hot water and vinegar really good and then making sure they are completely dry using paper towels and I see a huge difference. , I Looove candy apples, I can’t wait to make these with my daughter, she loves color on everything. Wish Iccould post a picture of them! The vanilla just adds a hint of vanilla flavor. I should be ok with buying the color kit from Amazon right? Too think on the apples after they hardened? Hello, This is a great treat for the kids. Sorry I don’t have a picture but I’m sure you can visualize it. Sorry Polly! You can do them without the white but the candy will be clear and the color of the apple will show through. To my surprise it worked better then the gel!! Maybe a practice run? Hi my son and I really loved your posts. I don’t have light corn syrup, and cant find any where I’m from. For the life of me, I don’t understand trying a candy apple recipe and complaining about it being hard. I am all about eye candy and these brightly colored candy apples from Rose Bakes And You Can Too! . I do kinda’ wish I’d seen this earlier today. If you don’t have butter, just use regular non-stick cooking spray. As for the pan, fill it with water and let it soak for a few hours – the sugar will dissolve right out . Bring to a boil. I will make candy apples as soon as i gather all the supplies. They look so pretty sliced on a platter and everyone will have some. What products you use to do the glittery candy apples – 4th of July and the shinny bright neon colors. I haven’t ever tried that – but it would certainly be worth a shot! Oct 31, 2014 - Explore kamala snow's board "How to make colored candy apples" on Pinterest. Just keep in mind that those are pretty small bottles, so it may take an entire bottle of white to do one batch of candy apples. That’s the only thing that comes to mind. These are a traditional fall treat – perfect for your Fall Fest or Halloween party. you are AMAZING mam i did this my first time and it came out perfecto ! These multicolored candied, splattered and glittered apples will surely be the highlight of any get together. Thanks for your help. Wash and thoroughly dry apples; remove stems. See more ideas about Candy apples, Colored candy apples, Caramel apples. I put them in boiling water and dried them. Diet Dr. Pepper-aholic. Then you can, if you’d like, roll it in crushed candy, cookies or other toppings. Also, our tongues, teeth and fingers where hot pink. I am pinning this!! Ok so maybe thats’s why. Do you recommend putting glitter in your mixture or brushing it on? And tonic water will make some foods glow, but I don’t know how that would affect the recipe. They were a big hit at my SILs baby shower : ). I love the the colors it looks delish! And yeah, a lot of people seem confused between candy apples and caramel apples, and it gets frustrating sometimes. I used one dram for a mixture that coats 12/14 apples. I Love it! Read my full disclosure policy here. We live in Florida and our house is air conditioned so I don’t understand why it happens. I’ve never seen or used it, so I couldn’t say for sure. Here are other options: http://www.howtocleanit.org/how-to-clean-wax-off-apples.html, Can you tell me why my apples get stick & melt so fast. Have you tried washing the wax off of the apples and drying them good before dipping? I found my white coloring at Hobby Lobby on their baking isle. It just looked too thick even when I dipped them. I buy mine online through the links above. After dipping my apple do I direct them n any choice of pecans or how can I get any candy like nerds or gummy worms to stick to my apples. I found that smaller fruits make great party snacks. Is there anyway to get rid of the white specs, like maybe adding the bright white americolor into the mix a little earlier (in hope of the specs separating to form a even color as a end result. What’s the best suggestions preventing apples from melting? Update 9/14/2015 – I am disabling comments on this post. please please let me know! Mathematician. Thank you fo responding!! Taste of Home is America's #1 cooking magazine. Please help!!!!!! https://www.facebook.com/craftscakesandcats. Thanks again! Recipe: How to Make Hot Pink Candy Apples Summary: This recipe makes the candy on the candy apples hard. I wasn’t quick enough and the candy hardened before I was done. Six of them were moist on the bottom. They’re both good, but they’re also completely different. You are the first person to agree that they should be hard! I still get bubbles sometimes and I don’t know what causes them. Honestly, I’ve never made caramel apples but I think they’re pretty easy. I was wondering though, if i could slice them and dip them in the colour, and have bite size candied apples? And as far as the bite size balls, I haven’t tried that yet. Thank you so much Rose for sharing your recipe with everyone… I love making my candy apples from scratch but never knew how to give it that look without having to dip the apple in colored chocolate. Photographer. I have the practiced the Orange recipe. Only I can’t tell where I went wrong. Hi Kyndra! Any idea? sorry . I thought candy apples sounds great and adults could enjoy them, too! I am making batches of candy apples this weekend for a youth explosion!! I’m so glad you’re here!! I love the hard candy ones best. 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