Black-Hearted Candy Apples

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   Wash and thoroughly dry apples; remove stems. Insert wooden pop sticks into apples. Place on a waxed paper-lined

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   ; set aside.

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   In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 290u00b0 (soft-crack stage).

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   Remove from the heat and pour into two small bowls; stir 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and red food coloring in one bowl. Stir black food coloring and remaining cinnamon into other bowl.

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   Working quickly, dip apples into hot sugar mixtures to completely coat. Place on prepared

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   ; let stand until set.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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