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Caramel Apples

Delicious homemade caramel apples made with simple ingredients perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Halloween
Servings 6 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel

  • 1 bag soft caramels Choose your favorite brand.
  • 1 splash heavy cream Used to melt the caramels.

For the Apples

  • 6 pieces crisp apples Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady recommended.
  • 6 pieces wooden sticks To insert into the apples.

For Toppings (optional)

  • 1 cup chopped peanuts For a salty addition.
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows For a fun topping.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips To drizzle over the apples.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Clean the apples thoroughly to remove any wax.
  • Insert sticks into the center of each apple.

Making the Caramel

  • In a pot over low heat, melt the caramels with the cream until smooth.
  • Boil the mixture until it reaches the hard crack stage (around 300°F or 150°C).

Dipping the Apples

  • Work quickly to dip each apple into the hot caramel, twisting to allow excess to drain.
  • Set dipped apples on wax paper and add toppings if desired.

Notes

Store leftover apples in the refrigerator, wrapped in wax paper to prevent sticking. Best consumed fresh, as the candy coating may become sticky over time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g
Keyword Candy Apples, Caramel Apples, fall recipes, Halloween Candy, Homemade Treats
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