Description
A delicious and healthy take on candy apples, perfect for Trim Healthy Mama followers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples, firm variety (Granny Smith or Fuji recommended)
- 2 cups (400g) granulated erythritol or preferred sweetener
- 1/2 cup (120ml) light corn syrup substitute (like glucomannan or other approved syrup)
- 3/4 cup (180ml) water
- 1/2 teaspoon red gel food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon extract or flavoring oil (optional)
- 6 wooden candy apple sticks or sturdy lollipop sticks
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Instructions
- Set up your workspace before you start: line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Have your sticked apples ready and within reach.
- Remove all wax from your apples by dipping them in boiling water for 5 seconds and scrubbing dry with a rough kitchen towel. Insert a wooden stick firmly into the stem end of each apple.
- In a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan, combine the erythritol, corn syrup substitute, and water. Stir gently until the sweetener is moistened. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan.
- Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil without stirring. Wipe down any sugar crystals clinging to the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush.
- Continue boiling until the candy thermometer reads between 300°F and 310°F (149°C–154°C). This takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Do not walk away during the last 5 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat immediately once it hits 300°F. Stir in the gel food coloring and cinnamon extract if using, and allow all bubbles to fully subside.
- Tilt the saucepan to one side so the syrup pools deeply in one corner. Dip and rotate each apple to coat completely, letting the excess drip back into the pan.
- Place each coated apple stick-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Allow to cool completely at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the syrup reaches 300°F for a hard candy shell.
- Wait 1 to 2 minutes after removing from heat until the surface is glossy before dipping.
- Store at room temperature, uncovered or loosely wrapped, and eat within 1 to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple
- Calories: 271
- Sugar: 65
- Sodium: 3
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 71
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
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