Orange Candy Apples

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   Insert lollipop sticks one-third of the way into each apple.

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   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat the parchment with cooking spray.

3. 3

   Combine the sugar, corn syrup and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat to medium and add the orange food coloring.

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   Continue cooking, swirling the pan but not stirring, until a candy thermometer registers 290 degrees F, about 10 minutes; remove from the heat.

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   Working one at a time, dip the apples into the candy, then twirl over the pan to let the excess drip off, keeping your fingers out of the way of the hot candy coating.

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   Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and let stand until set, about 5 minutes.

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   Put the chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring, until smooth.

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   One at a time, hold each apple over the bowl and use a fork to drizzle with chocolate, turning to coat around the base of the apple.

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    Return to the baking sheet; let set, about 5 more minutes.

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    Photograph by Kate Mathis

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