We tried making these and they were great.
Spooky Black Caramel Apples from bakedbyrachel.com
Spooky homemade black caramel apples, a fun treat perfect for Halloween parties!
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1/2C granulated sugar
- 1/4C heavy cream
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tsp McCormick black food coloring
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
Directions:
- Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Prepare apples: wash, dry and remove stems. Insert sticks or popsicle/craft sticks. Set aside.
- In a medium heat proof bowl, add corn syrup, water and granulated sugar. Microwave for 5-7 minutes until mixture boils and turns a light amber color. Watch closely and remove immediately after it has reached ideal shade.
- Stir in heavy cream, followed by salt, vanilla and food coloring. Mix until well incorporated. Finally stir in butter until smooth.
- Immediately dip and coat one apple at a time. Tilt and rotate to coat completely. Hold over bowl with stick up, allowing excess to drip off or 10-15 seconds. Flip upside down, with stick down, letting caramel set for 15-20 seconds. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining apples.
- Chill for at least 30-60 minutes to completely set caramel.
- Can be made up to a day ahead.
