Caramel Apple Board
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Caramel Apple Board
Description
This recipe starts by coring and slicing multiple apples, removing seeds as needed. Dipping the apple slices in Sprite helps reduce oxidation and keep them visually appealing for serving. Bowls and containers hold various small candies and toppings, arranged on a serving tray or board alongside the apple slices.
White and milk chocolates are melted until smooth either in the microwave or double boiler, then provided warm on the board along with a container of old-fashioned caramel candy melted for dipping. This creates a selection of sweet sauces to complement the crisp, tart apples.
The concept encourages guests to dip apple slices themselves into caramel or chocolate and then into desired toppings such as mini candies, nuts, cookie crumbs, or cereal. This interactive presentation suits parties or casual gatherings where guests can customize their bites. Pre-poking apple slices with sticks is suggested if serving to children to ease handling.
Leftover apples can be stored in the refrigerator up to three days, and unused chocolates can be wrapped and reheated when needed. Variation of toppings allows flexibility depending on preference and occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 apple sliced
- 5 small candies for topping, or toppings
- 1 container caramel candy for dipping, old-fashioned
- ½ cup white chocolate melts form
- ½ cup milk chocolate melts
- 12 oz Sprite
Instructions
- Core and slice apples, removing seeds as necessary. Dip in Sprite.
- Put toppings into individual bowls, muffin tins, and containers. Place on a serving tray or board.
- Melt chocolates in the microwave at 30 second increments or on a stove using a double boiler.
- Place apple slices and lollipop sticks on the board.
- Add melted chocolate and caramel in bowls to the board. Serve while the chocolate and caramel are still melted and warm.
- Let people make their own apple slices by dipping slices into caramel, chocolate, and their favorite toppings.
Notes
- Store leftover apple slices in a zipped plastic bag in the fridge for up to three days to maintain freshness.
- Wrap leftover chocolates separately and remelt before serving again if desired.
- Use the apple slices or larger candies to fill empty spaces on the board for a fuller presentation.
- Use pre-poked sticks in apple slices for ease of handling, especially with children.
- Possible toppings include mini chocolate candies, nuts, cereal crumbs, cookie crumbs, and marshmallow bites for variety.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1345kcal | 67% |
| Carbohydrates | 232g | 77% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 54g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat | 31g | 155% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 122mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 1226mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 23g | 92% |
| Sugar | 197g | 394% |
| Vitamin A | 425IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 209mg | 21% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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