Description
Capture the magic of fall with these classic Halloween Caramel Apples. Perfectly crisp, tart apples are coated in a rich, velvety caramel and topped with your favorite festive sprinkles or crunchy nuts. This simple, crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for autumn parties or a fun family activity. They are as beautiful as they are delicious, making them the ultimate sweet treat for spooky nights.
Ingredients
6–8 medium crisp apples (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
1 package (14 oz) individually wrapped caramel candies, unwrapped
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup chopped nuts or festive Halloween sprinkles
6–8 wooden craft sticks
Instructions
Remove stems, wash apples thoroughly, and dry completely.
Insert a wooden craft stick into the top of each apple.
In a large saucepan over low heat, combine unwrapped caramels and heavy cream.
Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Tilt the pan and dip each apple into the caramel, swirling until evenly coated.
Allow excess caramel to drip off back into the pan.
Immediately dip or roll the bottom of the coated apple in nuts or sprinkles.
Place apples on a wax-paper-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the caramel coating.
Notes
Keep caramel apples in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, remove from the fridge 10 minutes before serving to allow the caramel to soften. For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with high-quality coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg