Whimsical Pastel Cotton Candy Apples

medium granny smith apples (or variation of choice), washed, dried and stems removed

(600 g)(1 lb + 5 oz) granulated sugar

water

light corn syrup

dram bottle (3/4 teaspoon)(3.75 mL) cotton-candy candy flavour oil

bright white soft gel food colour, plus 2-3 additional colours of choice

cotton candy

glitter/sprinkles of choice

candy thermometer

heatproof rubber spatula

pastry brush

medium cookie sticks

paper straws (optional)

scissors (for trimming straws)

silicone baking mat (optional)