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Caramel Apples: A Classic Fall Delight

Caramel Apples: A Classic Fall Delight You’ll Love to Create

Caramel Apples: A Classic Fall Delight that brings joy and nostalgia with every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 apples
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 apples Crisp Apples Granny Smith is recommended.
For the Caramel
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for a smooth caramel texture.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown for better flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Corn Syrup Keeps caramel smooth.
  • 1 pinch Salt Use sea salt for a gourmet touch.
For Setting
  • 1 sheet Parchment Paper Prevents sticking.

Equipment

  • Heavy saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Wooden sticks

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Insert wooden sticks into the center of each apple.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, heavy cream, and salt in a heavy saucepan. Heat over medium until gentle boil, about 5-10 minutes.
  4. Dip the apples into the caramel, twisting for even coverage. Let excess caramel drip off.
  5. Roll the coated apples in your favorite toppings before the caramel sets.
  6. Place finished caramel apples on the lined baking sheet and allow to cool for at least 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Customize with toppings such as crushed nuts or chocolate for a personal touch.

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