Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 medium-sized apples
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 wooden skewers
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Remove the stems and insert a wooden skewer into the top of each apple.
2. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and light corn syrup. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
3. Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and insert a candy thermometer into the mixture. Cook the syrup until it reaches 300°F (150°C).
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
5. Dip each apple into the hot syrup, swirling it around to coat it evenly. Place the coated apples onto a sheet of parchment paper to cool and harden.
6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between each interval, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
7. Once the candy coating on the apples has hardened, dip each apple into the melted white chocolate, swirling it around to coat it evenly. Place the coated apples onto a sheet of parchment paper to cool and harden.
8. Once the white chocolate has hardened, the white chocolate candy apples are ready to serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Cook the syrup until it reaches 300°F (150°C).
Serving size:
This recipe makes 6 white chocolate candy apples.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat per serving: 10g
Saturated fat per serving: 6g
Carbohydrates per serving: 58g
Sugar per serving: 50g
Protein per serving: 1g
Sodium per serving: 120mg
Fiber per serving: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use dark chocolate or milk chocolate chips instead of white chocolate chips.
- You can use honey or maple syrup instead of light corn syrup.
Variations:
- You can add food coloring to the candy coating to make the apples more festive.
- You can add chopped nuts, sprinkles, or other toppings to the white chocolate coating.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to wash and dry the apples thoroughly before dipping them in the candy coating.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the syrup reaches the correct temperature.
- Work quickly when dipping the apples in the candy coating, as the coating will harden quickly.
- If the white chocolate is too thick, you can add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
Store the white chocolate candy apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
The white chocolate candy apples are best served cold, but you can let them come to room temperature before serving if you prefer.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the white chocolate candy apples on a platter and sprinkle them with chopped nuts or sprinkles.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts, sprinkles, or other toppings can be added to the white chocolate coating.
Pairings:
White chocolate candy apples pair well with hot apple cider or hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
White chocolate candy apples can be served as a dessert on their own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the candy coating is too thin, you can cook it for a few more minutes to thicken it up.
- If the candy coating is too thick, you can add a tablespoon of water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash and dry the apples thoroughly before dipping them in the candy coating. Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the syrup reaches the correct temperature.
Food history:
Candy apples have been a popular treat since the early 1900s. They were originally made with red cinnamon candy coating, but over time, other flavors and coatings have become popular.
Flavor profiles:
White chocolate candy apples have a sweet and creamy flavor, with a slightly tart apple flavor.
Serving suggestions:
White chocolate candy apples can be served as a dessert on their own, or as a festive treat at a party or holiday gathering.
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