Description
Strawberry Shortcake Candy Apples are a delightful twist on traditional candy apples, combining the flavors of strawberry shortcake with the sweetness of candy coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup crushed shortbread cookies
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, removing any wax.
- Insert wooden sticks into the apples.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and baking soda.
- Dip each apple into the candy mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Roll the coated apples in crushed shortbread cookies and freeze-dried strawberries.
- Place the apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and harden.
- In a microwave, melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over the cooled apples for decoration.
Notes
- Make sure to use firm apples for best results.
- Allow the candy coating to cool slightly before dipping the apples.
- Store in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake, Candy Apples, Dessert, Sweet Treats