Toffee Apples

Directions

1. 1
   Push a stick into the core side of each apple.
2. 2
   Heat all the ingredients gently in a heavy based pan until the sugar has dissolved.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil without stirring till it reaches a temperature of 143 Deg C or when a small amount dropped into a cup of cold water forms a hard ball.
4. 4
   Keep a brush dipped in water handy and keep cleaning the sides of the pan while the toffee is cooking.
5. 5
   Remove from heat and stand pan in a bowl of cold water to prevent the cooking continuing.
6. 6
   Tilt the pan so that the toffee is in one corner, dip the apples into the toffee twisting them to coat all over.
7. 7
   Place on an oiled baking sheet until the toffee has set.