Caramel Apple Board
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
250 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Caramel Apple Board
Description
This recipe celebrates the natural crispness and tartness of firm apples from several varieties, quartered and cored but not peeled to retain texture. Dipping the apple pieces in carbonated Sprite refreshes them and slows browning before serving. Individual apple pieces are pierced with lollipop sticks for convenient dipping and eating.
Melted white and milk chocolates provide contrasting rich sweetness to the fruity apples, while a container of old-fashioned caramel sauce offers the classic pairing. A selection of toppings such as mini Reese's Pieces, diced candy bars, crushed Oreos, nuts, and sprinkles adds texture and flavor variety, allowing customization with each bite.
This format allows for interactive assembly and is ideal for informal gatherings or celebrations. Apples are best enjoyed fresh from the board to keep their crisp bite intact and prevent unnecessary sogginess from the dips.
The recipe notes suggest that slightly thicker apple wedges better support the weight of toppings and that pre-inserting sticks may ease serving with children.
Ingredients
- 4 apple See Notes, of different varieties
- 12- ounce Sprite Cream soda may be substituted, bottle
- 1 lollipop sticks at least 20-count, package
- 1 caramel for dipping, old fashioned, in container
- ½ cup white chocolate melts or wafers
- ½ cup milk chocolate melts or wafers
Toppings (Pick 4+)
- Reese's Pieces mini
- candy bar Snickers, Milky Way, peanut butter cups, etc, diced
- gummy bears
- Oreo cookies crushed
- Heath Bar Bits
- nuts
- trail mix cereals
- cinnamon sugar
- Sprinkles or jimmies
Instructions
- Quarter the apples, core them, remove all seeds. I do not peel them but you can.
- Pour the Sprite into a small bowl and dip the apples into the Sprite to prevent browning; set aside.
- Spear each apple wedge with a lollipop stick.** (See Notes)
- Set out the various toppings and caramel sauce in separate small bowls.
- To a microwave-safe bowl, add the white chocolate melts and melt according to package directions. Usually 30 seconds, stop to stir, repeat in 15 second bursts of heat until it can be stirred smooth.
- To a separate microwave-safe bowl, repeat the melting process with the milk chocolate melts.
- Add the apple slices to the board and allow everyone to dip their apples in the caramel, chocolate, and toppings as desired. Apples are best eaten freshly made.
Notes
- Choose firm apple varieties like Granny Smith, Jonagold, or Honeycrisp for best texture and flavor balance.
- Thicker apple wedges hold toppings and dips better and maintain crispness after dipping.
- Insert lollipop sticks before serving, especially when serving children, to simplify handling and reduce mess.
- Dipping apple wedges in Sprite before serving helps prevent browning and keeps apples fresh longer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 71mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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