Caramel Apples
Caramel Apples are a fun and festive treat made by dipping crisp apples into smooth, buttery caramel and letting them set to a glossy finish. Perfect for fall gatherings, Halloween parties, or homemade gifts, these sweet apples can be enjoyed plain or rolled in toppings like nuts, sprinkles, or crushed cookies.
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best
- 6 wooden sticks or popsicle sticks
- 1 14 oz bag soft caramels, unwrapped
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Toppings optional: chopped nuts, crushed cookies, mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare apples: Wash and thoroughly dry apples to remove any wax coating (this helps caramel stick). Insert a wooden stick into the top of each apple.
- Melt caramel: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the caramels with heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
- Dip apples: Tilt the saucepan and dip each apple, twirling to coat evenly. Let excess caramel drip off.
- Add toppings (optional): While caramel is still soft, roll apples in nuts, sprinkles, or other toppings.
- Set: Place coated apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let sit at room temperature for 30–40 minutes until firm.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For best results, use cold apples straight from the fridge so the caramel sets quickly.
- If caramel becomes too thick, rewarm gently over low heat.
- You can drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel for extra indulgence.
- Wrap cooled caramel apples in cellophane bags tied with ribbon for gifting.