Description
Mouthwatering caramel apple slices bring classic autumn flavors to dessert tables across North America. Sweet apple wedges drenched in rich caramel create an irresistible treat you can enjoy with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala)
- 1 package (11 oz / 311 g) soft caramel candies, unwrapped
- 2 tbsps heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 wooden stick or skewer for dipping
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup crushed nuts (peanuts, almonds, or pecans)
- ¼ cup mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup sprinkles
- ¼ cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Apple Preparation: Thoroughly wash apples under running water, then dry completely with clean towels to create the perfect surface for caramel coating.
- Slicing Technique: Utilize a sharp chef’s knife to transform apples into precise half-inch medallions, removing cores to generate smooth, uniform slices for dipping.
- Skewering Setup: Insert wooden skewers into the edge of each apple slice, creating convenient handles for the caramel coating process.
- Caramel Crafting: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, construct a glossy caramel mixture, stirring constantly to prevent scorching and maintain a silky texture.
- Dipping Artistry: Tilt the caramel pan to create a deep pool, then immerse each apple slice, rotating gently to achieve complete, elegant coverage from rim to center.
- Finishing Flourish: Position caramel-coated slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet, quickly adorning with optional toppings like crushed nuts or miniature chocolate chips while the coating remains delicately tacky.
- Setting Stage: Allow the caramel-dressed apple slices to rest at room temperature, permitting the coating to solidify into a perfect, glossy shell.
Notes
- Maintain Apple Freshness: Wash and dry apples thoroughly to ensure caramel adheres perfectly and prevents watery coating.
- Perfect Slice Technique: Use a sharp chef’s knife and steady hand to create uniform half-inch thick medallions for consistent caramel coverage.
- Prevent Seed Interference: Remove apple cores completely to create smooth surfaces for seamless caramel coating and easier eating.
- Temperature Control: Monitor caramel heat carefully to avoid burning, stirring continuously for glossy, smooth texture that clings beautifully to apple slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 510 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg