Instructions

  1. Wash and dry apples; remove stems.
  2. Insert wooden sticks into stem end of each apple; set aside.
  3. Combine next 4 ingredients in a heavy saucepan; mix well.
  4. Cook over medium heat until mixture reaches 295 degrees (candy thermometer), stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in food coloring.
  6. Quickly dip apples into mixture; allow excess to drip off.
  7. Place apples on a buttered baking sheet to cool.