Black Poison Swirl Candy Apples Recipe
Learn how to make stunning Black Poison Swirl Candy Apples at home with this easy recipe. These spooky yet delicious treats are perfect for Halloween parties or themed events.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 candy apples
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Candy Apples:
- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon black gel food coloring
- 1/4 teaspoon purple gel food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon extract (optional)
- Candy apple sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and dry the apples. Remove wax by dipping in boiling water briefly, then dry thoroughly.
- Insert Sticks: Insert candy apple sticks into the apples.
- Make Candy Mixture: Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan. Boil until it reaches 300°F.
- Add Color and Flavor: Remove from heat and stir in black and purple gel food coloring, vanilla extract, and cinnamon extract.
- Dip Apples: Dip apples in the candy mixture, swirling to coat evenly. Place on parchment-lined sheet to set.
- Allow to Set: Let the candy coating harden at room temperature before serving.
Notes
- For added flair, drizzle melted black candy coating or chocolate for a marbled effect.
- Enhance the flavor by sprinkling sea salt on the warm candy coating for a sweet and salty twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy apple
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
