Easy Caramel Apple Recipe
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4.5
Easy Caramel Apple Recipe
Description
The Easy Caramel Apple Recipe starts with thoroughly washed and dried apples chilled before inserting sticks for easy handling. The caramel sauce is prepared by melting unwrapped soft caramels with heavy cream and vanilla over medium-low heat, stirring continuously to prevent burning and ensure smoothness. A pinch of coarse kosher salt is added for subtle contrast. Apples are dipped up to three-quarters in the warm caramel, allowing excess to drip off before setting on a buttered surface to prevent sticking. The coating sets in 45-60 minutes, producing a firm, shiny caramel layer around fresh, crisp apples. This classic candy apple preparation is ideal for seasonal snacks or celebrations.
Ingredients
- 8 apple washed and chilled
- 6 Caramel apple sticks
- 22 ounces caramels unwrapped (2 bags, soft, such as Kraft
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- butter for setting, storage and display, unsalted
Instructions
- Wash apples and dry them thoroughly with a kitchen towel to get off all of the waxy coating. Remove the stem and spear with a caramel apple stick or popsicle stick. Chill for 2-3 hours before coating.
- Before making the caramel sauce, prepare a baking sheet with a silicone making mat, wax paper or parchment paper. Rub generously with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a small saucepan over medium low heat, mix together the caramels, cream and vanilla until fully melted. If it is getting clumpy and heating too fast, add 1 tablespoon of water and reduce the temperture. When smooth, add the salt and remove from the heat. Stir continuously to prevent scalding and keep a watchful eye, the process happens fast.
- Dip each apple into the caramel about 3/4 of the way up, tapping to release excess caramel and then directly into desired toppings (if using). Set onto the prepared baking sheet. If drizzling with chocolate, wait until caramel as set.
- Allow the caramel to set for about 45-60 minutes.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 496 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 496kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 103g | 34% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 96g | 192% |
| Vitamin A | 505IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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