Description
Indulge in the delightful allure of homemade caramel apples with this Easy Caramel Apple Recipe. Perfect for fall gatherings, Halloween parties, or just a sweet treat at home, these caramel-dipped apples are sure to please your family and friends. The combination of crisp apples and rich, gooey caramel creates an irresistible flavor profile that’s both nostalgic and fun. With a quick preparation time of only 30 minutes and endless possibilities for customization through toppings, this recipe is not just easy to make but also an enjoyable family activity. Get ready to dip and decorate your way to deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 firm apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 22 ounces soft caramels (unwrapped)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- Unsalted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Wash the apples thoroughly and dry them. Remove the stems and insert sticks into each apple.
- Chill the prepared apples in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and rub it generously with butter.
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine caramels, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Stir until melted and smooth; add water if needed.
- Dip each chilled apple into the caramel sauce, letting excess drip off before placing on the baking sheet.
- Allow the dipped apples to set at room temperature for about 45-60 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel apple
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg