...
Go Back
Three pastel-colored candy apples on wooden sticks on a light wood board.

Easter Pastel Candy Apples

Create festive Easter Pastel Candy Apples with this fun and colorful recipe. Perfect for a holiday treat, these apples are sure to delight!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 apples
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 6 small apples (Granny Smith or similar)
  • 6 wooden craft sticks
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup light corn syrup
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pastel gel food coloring (pink, blue, yellow, green)
  • Sprinkles (optional)

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry apples. Insert craft sticks.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  4. Boil to 300°F (hard-crack stage).
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Divide candy mixture into bowls. Add food coloring.
  7. Dip each apple into colored candy, let excess drip.
  8. Place coated apples on the baking sheet.
  9. Sprinkle with sprinkles, if desired.
  10. Let cool completely.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature reading.