Prepare the Apples:

Step 1: Wash and thoroughly dry the apples. Remove the stems and carefully insert the sticks into the tops of the apples, ensuring they are secure.

Prepare the Candy Coating:

Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Place over medium-high heat and stir continuously until the sugar has dissolved. Allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage), as confirmed by a candy thermometer.

Add the Colors:

Step 3: Prepare separate bowls with black, purple, and blue food coloring. Once the candy mixture reaches 300°F, remove from the heat, stir in the black food coloring, and quickly dip the apples, coating them evenly. Place the coated apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.

Create the Galaxy Effect:

Step 4: After the black base has set, use purple and blue candy melts to drizzle over the apples in swirling patterns. For added sparkle, sprinkle with edible glitter or shimmer dust.

Paint the Stars:

Step 5: Dip a clean paintbrush in white food coloring or edible paint. Flick the brush over the apples to create small stars. Add larger painted swirls to mimic a nebula effect for a more dramatic galaxy appearance.

Set and Serve:

Step 6: Allow the apples to set and harden for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Variation

Try different color combinations or use metallic food colors for a different kind of cosmic effect.