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Close up of three Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples showing the translucent yellow glaze and hardened sugar base.

Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples: The Ultimate Gourmet Summer Treat

Bright and tropical Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples feature a glossy yellow candy shell, pineapple-lemon infusion, and a white chocolate drizzle. Perfect for summer parties, these gourmet treats offer a glass-like crunch and vibrant citrus flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 apples
Course: Desserts, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 6 medium Granny Smith Apples Firm and tart
  • 3 cups Granulated Sugar 600g
  • 1 cup Light Corn Syrup 240ml
  • 1 tbsp Pineapple Flavoring 15ml
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 5ml
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate Wafers 85g
  • 2 tbsp Dried Lemon Zest 12g
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Sanding Sugar 25g

Equipment

  • 1 Candy Thermometer Essential for reaching the hard-crack stage.
  • 1 Heavy-Bottomed Saucepan Prevents sugar from scorching.
  • 6 Wooden Dowel Sticks Thick sticks for structural support.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dip apples in boiling water with lemon juice for 5 seconds to remove wax. Scrub dry with a towel.
  2. Remove stems and insert thick wooden dowels halfway into the apple core.
Cooking the Candy
  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a pan. Boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (150°C).
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in yellow gel coloring and pineapple flavoring.
Diploid and Garnish
  1. Tilt pan and swirl apples in syrup. Let excess drip, then place on parchment to form a hardened sugar base.
  2. Once hardened, drizzle with melted white chocolate and sprinkle with lemon zest and sanding sugar.

Notes

Avoid making these on humid days as the candy shell may become sticky.
Ensure the thermometer doesn't touch the bottom of the pan for an accurate reading.