Vegan Candy Apple Coupes Apple Ice Cream
Indulge in the seasonal magic of our Vegan Candy Apple Coupes with Apple Ice Cream—a show-stopping dessert that’s just as fun to make as it is to eat! This recipe combines crisp, hollowed-out red apples, candy-coated for a glossy finish, with a luscious homemade apple ice cream crafted from coconut milk, applesauce, and maple syrup. The playful candy rim, infused with a touch of vegan-friendly red food coloring, adds a nostalgic crunch that perfectly complements the creamy, sweet-tart ice cream nestled inside. Pop these enchanting treats onto your fall entertaining menu or use them to impress at a holiday gathering. With easy-to-follow steps and naturally sweetened ingredients, this recipe is a delight for both vegans and dessert enthusiasts alike. Get ready to transform simple ingredients into a dessert centerpiece bursting with flavor, texture, and charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Medium red apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Gala)
- 400 ml Coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
- 120 ml Unsweetened applesauce
- 80 ml Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 120 ml Corn syrup
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 60 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Red food coloring (vegan-friendly)
- 1 pinch Sea salt
Instructions
Prepare the apple cups by slicing off the top of each apple and carefully hollowing out the inside with a melon baller or spoon, leaving about 1/4-inch thick walls. Set aside the scooped apple flesh for the ice cream and refrigerate the hollowed apple shells.
For the ice cream, in a blender, combine the reserved apple flesh, coconut milk, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the ice cream mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once churned to a soft-serve consistency, transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2 hours.
To make the candy coating for the apple cups, combine corn syrup, granulated sugar, water, and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring and let the mixture come to a boil.
Using a candy thermometer, bring the syrup to 150°C (302°F) without stirring. Once it reaches temperature, remove from heat and stir in red food coloring quickly and carefully.
Dip the top edge of each hollowed apple into the candy mixture to create a candy-coated rim. If desired, dip repeatedly for a thicker coating. Set apples upright on parchment paper and let the candy harden, about 10 minutes.
To assemble, scoop the chilled apple ice cream into the candy-coated apple cups and serve immediately. Optional: garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt or chopped nuts for extra texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 79 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 468 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
