Description
Homemade Caramel Apples are a delightful fall treat that combines the crispness of fresh apples with a rich, gooey caramel coating. Perfect for Halloween or cozy gatherings, these scrumptious desserts can be customized with your favorite toppings, ensuring a sweet experience everyone will enjoy. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll impress family and friends with this nostalgic classic that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium crisp apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Insert wooden sticks into the tops for easy dipping.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and butter. Stir until melted and bubbly.
- Gradually add the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before dipping each apple into the caramel, swirling to coat evenly.
- While still warm, roll or sprinkle desired toppings onto each apple.
- Place coated apples on parchment paper to cool until caramel hardens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg