What are the best tips for wrapping candy apples?
Homemade candy apples make a great personalized gift. Wrapping them can be tricky because of the stick and the candy coating, but cellophane paper works well for wrapping candied apples.
What type of wrapping paper should I use for my application?
Knowing which type of food wrapping paper to use for your application - butcher paper, freezer paper, sandwich paper, or wax paper - is vital to delivering a quality product to your customers. That's why we've created this handy guide.
How do you make candy apples with cellophane paper?
Gather up the edges of the cellophane paper to cover the candy apple and have the edges meet at the stick at the top of the apple. Tie the cellophane to the stick using decorative ribbon. Cut excess cellophane at the top if necessary. Do not let the candy apples sit out in a warm room for too long, because the candy will begin to melt.
What do you need to make candy apples?
To make your own candy apples, you’ll need some basic ingredients, lollipop sticks and a candy thermometer. ( Don’t own a candy thermometer?
Can you wrap candy apples in parchment paper?
Cool your dipped apples on a sheet of Reynolds®Parchment Paper. They won't stick and cleanup is easy as pie. And to share your treats, wrap individual apples in squares of parchment paper and tie with a bow.
Do you use wax paper or parchment paper for caramel apples?
parchment paperYou need to use parchment paper, not wax paper. Wax paper will melt to the bottom of the apple. 9. Place the baking sheet lined with the parchment paper in the freezer while cooking the caramel.
How do you keep caramel apples from sticking to wax paper?
2:444:10How To Keep Candy Apples From Sticking to Wax Paper - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipUse about two tablespoons of vegetable oil to grease the wax. Paper you can also use cooking sprayMoreUse about two tablespoons of vegetable oil to grease the wax. Paper you can also use cooking spray as a substitute.
What is the best way to wrap caramel apples?
0:051:49How to Make Candy Apples : Tips for Wrapping Candy Apples - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd you got yourself a nice little wrap there. And get this string. And tie it as tight as possible.MoreAnd you got yourself a nice little wrap there. And get this string. And tie it as tight as possible. You go about 3 or 4 times around. And then you can either make a knot.
Will caramel apples stick to wax paper?
Wax paper is not the best non-stick to place your warm caramel apples on. The hot caramel will melt the wax and make the paper stick to your apple! But don't worry- the best paper for it is parchment and we always have some on hand!
How do you wrap candy apples without sticking?
Wrap each of them individually in cellophane bags. I set each apple in a muffin top paper cup before putting it in the bag--that makes it easier to get them in and out of the bag without sticking. You can also cut wax paper circles and set the apples on those inside the bag.
Will caramel stick to parchment paper?
Why do I line with parchment? Because the caramel doesn't stick to it. Wax paper would melt and disintegrate under the high heat.
Can you wrap caramels in parchment paper?
To wrap each caramel, cut a 3-inch square of wax or parchment paper. Place the caramel at the center of the square. Fold the bottom inch of paper up over the caramel, then overlap the top inch of paper down over the caramel.
How do you remove wax paper from Hard candy?
To solve your problem, we would heat a cookie sheet in the oven set at 175°F (80°C), take it out, place your wax-paper-bound caramel on the sheet for about a minute, flip it over, and see if the paper can't be peeled off without much mess.
How do you cover candy apples?
Dip the apples in the sugar syrup to coat and allow the excess to drip off. Cool the apples on a baking sheet lined with cooking spray coated parchment or a silicone baking mat.
Can you wrap candy apples in wax paper?
It's a stronger paper and we haven't had an issue with it sticking. If you only have wax paper, smear a little bit of butter on the wax paper where you will set the apples. Allow the apples to cool completely (about 2 hours) before removing and they shouldn't stick.
How do you wrap apples for gifts?
Gift Wrapping Apple Gift Package is a signature gift box with a red ribbon and a greeting card with your personal message. To add a gift package: When you add an eligible product to your bag, just select the checkbox that says "This is a gift," and you will be given the option to add gift wrap.
Favorite Fall Season Treat
Every year in the fall, I can't wait to make my candy apples. My kids and I get excited just thinking about them—that incredible blend of crunchy and sweet.
Prepackaged Kits vs. Homemade
Some people like to use the prepackaged candy apple kits from the grocery store, and that's fine—but I prefer to make my own at home. I enjoy the satisfaction of making it myself from scratch, and it's an activity that I can share with my girls. Also, when you use the kits, you are limited in terms of how many apples you can make.
Step 1: Prep Your Area
Before you get into the actual cooking, there are a few things you should do to prep your kitchen. These steps will make everything go much more smoothly.
Step 2: Cook the Candy
In your saucepan, combine the sugar, water, food coloring, and corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-high but keep the mixture at a low boil.
Step 3: Wrap and Store
Cut six-inch square pieces of wax or cellophane paper. The cellophane paper can be clear or colored. Alternatively, you can purchase specialized candy baggies from a candy supply store.
Variations and Additions
Making candy apples can be a fun activity for you and your family. You can get creative by cooking up different variations:
Candy Apples Are Great for Fundraisers
I have made these apples just for my own family to enjoy, but I have also made them for fundraisers of all kinds—including at school carnivals and bake sales, community fairs, church functions, and so much more. In my experience, you could charge anywhere from $1.50 to $2 per apple.
How To Make Candy Apples
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan mix together 2 cups sugar, 3/4 cups water, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring (I use the gel kind, like this) and 1/2 tsp. cinnamon extract (optional).
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