Description
Savor the magic of homemade caramel apples, where crisp, tart apples meet rich, gooey caramel for an irresistible fall treat. Perfect for cozy gatherings and Halloween celebrations, these delightful delights are not only easy to make but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Get ready to create sweet memories with this flavorful recipe that will impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Granny Smith apples
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 popsicle sticks
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Insert popsicle sticks into each apple.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and butter, stirring constantly until melted and bubbling gently.
- Once golden brown, carefully stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract. Avoid burns as it may bubble.
- Dip each apple into the warm caramel sauce, swirling to coat evenly. Allow excess caramel to drip off.
- Place coated apples on parchment paper to cool. Optionally sprinkle with chopped nuts or drizzle melted chocolate before the caramel sets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel apple (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg