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Detailed view of the yellow candy glaze and dehydrated lemon slice on Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples.

Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples: The Ultimate Glossy Summer Treat

Bright and tropical Pineapple Lemonade Candy Apples featuring a translucent yellow hard candy shell, dehydrated lemon slices, and sparkling sugar. The perfect tart-and-sweet treat for summer parties and Pinterest-worthy dessert displays.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 apples
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Apple Ingredients
  • 8 Granny Smith apples Wax removed, room temperature
  • 3 cups granulated sugar 600g
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup 120ml
  • 1 cup water 240ml
  • 1 tsp pineapple flavoring oil 5ml
  • 0.5 tsp lemon extract 2.5ml
  • 1 drop yellow gel food coloring
  • 8 dehydrated lemon slices Thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp yellow sugar crystals Sanding sugar

Equipment

  • 1 Candy Thermometer Essential for reaching 300°F.
  • 1 Heavy-bottomed Saucepan
  • 8 Wooden Sticks

Method
 

Prep the Apples
  1. Dip apples in boiling vinegar water for 10 seconds to remove wax. Dry thoroughly and insert wooden sticks into the centers.
Make the Candy Coating
  1. Combine sugar, water, and corn syrup in a saucepan. Heat over medium-high until it reaches 300°F (149°C) on a candy thermometer.
  2. Remove from heat. Stir in pineapple flavoring, lemon extract, and yellow gel coloring. Let bubbles settle.
Dip and Decorate
  1. Tilt pan and dip each apple, swirling to coat. Allow excess to drip off, creating a small pool at the base when placed on parchment.
  2. While wet, press a dehydrated lemon slice onto the side and sprinkle with yellow sugar crystals. Let harden for 1 hour.

Notes

Always use room temperature apples to prevent bubbles in the glaze.
Ensure your thermometer doesn't touch the bottom of the pan for an accurate reading.