Description
Indulge in the cosmic delight of Galaxy Candy Apples, a dazzling treat that captivates both the eyes and taste buds. These vibrant, candy-coated apples feature a mesmerizing swirl of colors and sparkle, making them an ideal addition to any space-themed party or creative dessert table. Easy to make and fully customizable, you can tailor these sweet treats to your personal taste or event theme. Whether you’re hosting a birthday celebration, Halloween gathering, or simply want a fun weekend project with the kids, these galaxy candy apples are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 firm 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
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry the apples. Insert wooden skewers securely into each apple.
- In a medium pot, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Heat over medium heat until mixture reaches 300°F.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Gradually add gel food coloring until desired galaxy effect is achieved.
- Dip each apple into the candy coating, swirling to create patterns.
- While the coating is still wet, sprinkle with edible glitter and luster dust.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 55g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg