Description
Delightful seasonal treat featuring juicy apples coated in rich caramel, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 crisp apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Assorted nuts, sprinkles, or coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Apples: Wash and thoroughly dry the apples. Insert wooden sticks into the tops of each apple.
- Make the Caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, butter, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir continuously until the mixture bubbles and turns golden brown.
- Dip the Apples: Dip each prepared apple into the warm caramel, swirling to coat evenly.
- Add Toppings: Before the caramel cools, sprinkle desired toppings over the caramel-covered apples.
- Cool Before Serving: Place dipped apples on parchment paper to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use firm apples like Granny Smith. Experiment with flavor additions to the caramel for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 65g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg