However, next to the usual sprinkles, gummy candies, and chocolate chips, there's one unconventional ingredient that gives candy apples an unexpected twist. Among the 14 unique toppings your candy ...

Roll out and line a tart tin with the pastry. Peel, core and chop apples. Cook the sugar to a caramel in a frying pan and then add the water and calvados. Cook to a thick syrup and add the apples.

Mindy and Phil Sedelmaier's Outer Galaxy Treats offers freeze-dried candy and local produce, gaining popularity in Kaleva.