Description
Easy Homemade Caramel Apples are a classic fall treat made with crisp apples dipped in rich, buttery caramel and customized with your favorite toppings. These homemade caramel apples are simple to prepare, perfect for holidays and parties, and deliver the perfect balance of sweet, creamy caramel and fresh apple crunch.
Ingredients
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6 firm apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
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11 oz soft caramel candies (about 1 standard bag)
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2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
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6 wooden sticks
- Optional toppings: chopped nuts, sprinkles, crushed cookies, mini chocolate chips, melted chocolate, sea salt
Instructions
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Wash apples thoroughly and remove any wax coating by rinsing in warm water and drying completely.
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Insert a wooden stick firmly into the top center of each apple.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
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In a saucepan over low heat, melt caramel candies with heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth.
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Remove from heat and allow caramel to cool for 3–5 minutes to slightly thicken.
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Dip each apple into the caramel, turning to coat evenly. Let excess caramel drip off.
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Immediately roll or sprinkle with desired toppings while caramel is still soft.
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Place apples on prepared baking sheet.
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Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes, or until caramel is fully set.
Notes
Dry apples completely before dipping to help caramel adhere.Allow caramel to cool slightly before dipping to prevent pooling at the base.Let apples sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving for easier slicing.Avoid freezing, as it can affect texture.
