Candy Cauldron has been casting its spell on Disney World guests since 1997, and Disney is sharing how the magic of candy apple making is made.
Candy Apples
With its dark, dungeon-inspired theming and dramatic show kitchen, the shop pays tribute to one of Disney’s most iconic villains — the Evil Queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
But there is so much more to Candy Cauldron, including generations of craftsmanship, storytelling, and of course, the candy apple.
Candy and caramel apples have been part of Disney World’s story since the early 1970s. They were first served at Main Street Confectionery, and they quickly became a guest favorite.
Over time, cast members began turning these apples into works of art by incorporating Disney characters and holiday themes.
Among the most iconic creations is the Evil Queen Apple which was introduced in the mid-2000s as a Halloween seasonal treat. It features a glossy red candy shell with a signature green “drip.” It remains one of the most sought-after specialty items each fall. Or, enjoy an Evil Queen cake pop!
Guests can watch these candy apple treats come to life through the windows of Disney’s Candy Cauldron.
Family Story
Behind that glass, cast members don’t just make candy — they make memories. Joanne has been with Walt Disney World for over 30 years, and she spent much of her career at Candy Cauldron. She started at the front counter but soon began creating candy apples. She says,
I like interacting with our guests. It’s exciting when people watch us making candy apples. The key to making perfect candy apples: it takes a lot of practice. That’s what I tell new cast members.
Over the years, Joanne became a master of candy apple making. She has also trained dozens of cast members over the years, including her son, Pedro.
She’s the reason I started here and this location was the beginning of my Disney journey. She was a great teacher, and definitely somebody who made sure I got that trade done right, because she’s very particular with making sure that everything that our guests buy is done to perfection.
-Pedro
He didn’t just learn how to make candy apples. He also learned the importance of guest service, teamwork, and creativity. He has had other roles within the company, including a leadership role in 2019 during the grand opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
From classic caramel-covered apples to seasonal designs like Olaf, Jack Skellington, and, of course, the Evil Queen’s poison apple, Disney’s Candy Cauldron continues to evolve while keeping Disney tradition at its core.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
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