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Poison Toffee Apples

Poison Toffee Apples are whole fresh apples coated in a sticky, crunchy toffee layer that hardens to a glossy shell. The dish involves boiling sugar and butter to create the toffee, then dipping and coating the apples to achieve a firm, shiny exterior with a sweet, crisp bite underneath.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Festive
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fresh apples preferably tart varieties like Granny Smith
  • 1 cup cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Candy thermometer
  • Wooden skewers or sticks
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the apples, then remove the stems and insert a wooden skewer or stick into the core of each apple, creating a handle.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to catch drips later.
  3. Combine the sugar, butter, salt, and vanilla in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely and the syrup turns golden and slightly thickened, about 8-10 minutes. Attach a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature; it should reach about 300°F (149°C).
  5. Once the toffee reaches the correct temperature and has a rich amber color, remove it from heat immediately.
  6. Quickly dip each apple into the hot toffee, tilting the pan to coat evenly, then lift out and allow excess toffee to drip back into the pan.
  7. Place the coated apples on the prepared baking sheet to cool and harden, about 15-20 minutes. The toffee will form a shiny, crisp shell around the apple.
  8. Repeat the dipping process for each apple for a thicker, more dramatic coating if desired.
  9. Once the toffee has fully hardened, remove the apples from the sticks, or serve as is with the sticks intact for a festive presentation.

Notes

Handle the hot toffee with care to prevent burns. For added fun, you can decorate the toffee with edible glitter or colored sugar before it sets entirely.