Can you make caramel apples with hard candy?

* Caramel is made with sugar, butter, and milk/cream. It's a soft, gooey, and spreadable candy.

* Hard candy is made with sugar and often other ingredients like corn syrup and flavorings. It's meant to be hard and brittle.

If you want to make apples with a hard candy coating, here's what you can do:

* Melt the hard candy: You can melt hard candy in a double boiler or in the microwave. You'll need to add a bit of oil or shortening to prevent it from hardening too quickly.

* Dip the apple: Dip the apple in the melted hard candy, ensuring you coat it evenly.

* Let it cool: Place the apple on a piece of parchment paper and let it cool until the candy hardens.

Here are some tips:

* Use a variety of hard candies: You can use different colors and flavors for a fun, colorful coating.

* Add sprinkles or other decorations: You can add extra flair by sprinkling chopped nuts, colorful sprinkles, or other toppings on the candy while it's still wet.

* Experiment with different apples: Try different types of apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, to find your favorite.

Note: This method will create a hard, brittle coating, unlike traditional caramel apples. If you're looking for a soft, chewy caramel coating, you'll need to make caramel using the traditional method.