Halloween Caramel Apples

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    10 to 12 apples

  • Calories

    322 kcal

  • Course

    Snacks

  • Cuisine

    American

Halloween Caramel Apples

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

Servings
  • 10 to 12 medium apple
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter unsalted
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses or other dark molasses
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch salt

Instructions

  1. 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.)
  2. 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.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat and let the caramel cool to 180°F (82°C).
  4. 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.
  5. 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 (15%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) 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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