Description
Poison Toffee Apples are the ultimate Halloween treat, combining a hauntingly beautiful appearance with delightful flavors that will enchant guests of all ages. This spooky dessert features tart Granny Smith apples coated in a glossy black toffee, making them an eye-catching centerpiece for any Halloween gathering. The combination of sweet caramel and crisp apple creates a mouthwatering contrast that is sure to be a hit. Best of all, this recipe is straightforward and easily customizable—perfect for family and friends who want to join in on the fun of creating these wicked delights!
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup liquid glucose or light corn syrup
- Few drops black gel food coloring
- 6 Granny Smith apples
Instructions
- Prepare your surface by greasing a piece of baking paper on a tray.
- Insert bamboo skewers into each apple and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, corn syrup, and black food coloring over medium heat. Stir gently until sugar dissolves.
- Stop stirring once dissolved; wash down the pot sides with a wet brush. Cook until caramel reaches hard crack stage (150ºC/310ºF).
- Dip each apple quickly into the caramel, ensuring an even coating.
- Place dipped apples on the prepared tray and let cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 62g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg