Halloween Caramel Apples
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Halloween Caramel Apples
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These caramel apples are enrobed in a buttery caramel coating made with butter, sugar, cream, maple syrup, and dark molasses. A great Halloween treat for the kids.
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Ingredients
- 10 to 12 medium apples
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon blackstrap or other dark molasses
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Butter the foil or paper lightly. Insert a stick into each apple at the stem end. (I use the bottom of a heavy mug to “hammer” in the sticks, but be careful not to drive the handle all the way through the apple.)
- In a deep, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sugar, butter, cream, corn syrup, maple syrup, molasses, vanilla, and salt. Stir gently with a wooden spoon from time to time to make sure no sugar is sticking to the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil and cook until the mixture registers 236°F (113°C) on a thermometer, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the caramel cool to 180°F (82°C).
- Working with 1 apple at a time, dip it into the hot caramel, let the excess drip off the bottom of the apple, and then place it on the prepared baking sheet. The caramel should cling to the apple. If the caramel slides off the first apple, let the rest of the caramel in the pan cool for a minute or so and try again. You may need to tilt the pan to dip the last few apples.
- Let the caramel apples cool completely so the caramel sets. The apples will keep, uncovered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. (But who are we kidding? They'll never last that long.)
Notes
- When dipping your apples, use a wooden spoon to prop up one side of your saucepan for easier dipping.
- If your caramel thickens too much before all your apples are dipped, rewarm it over low heat, frequently stirring to prevent scorching.
- Any leftover caramel sauce makes a great dip for apple slices.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1apple
Calories
322kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
56g
(19%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
35mg
(12%)
Sodium
13mg
(1%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
49g
(98%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10to 12 apples
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1apple | |
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 49g | 98% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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