Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade caramel apples with this easy and fun recipe! Perfect for fall gatherings, Halloween festivities, or just as a sweet treat any day, these caramel apples will impress everyone. Coated in rich, gooey caramel and customizable with endless toppings, you can make each apple uniquely yours. The process is simple enough for kids to join in the fun, and the results are a delicious combination of sweet and tart flavors that everyone will love. Plus, these treats can be stored for up to two weeks, making them an ideal option for meal prep or party snacks. Get ready to create a memorable dessert experience with your friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 14 oz can evaporated milk (warmed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10–12 small/medium Granny Smith apples
- Craft sticks
Instructions
- Prep Apples: Remove stems, rinse under hot water, and dry thoroughly. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Make Caramel: In a heavy-bottom saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, and corn syrup until boiling. Gradually stir in warmed evaporated milk.
- Monitor Temperature: Attach a candy thermometer and cook until it reaches 235-240°F.
- Prepare Apples: Insert craft sticks into chilled apples and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dip Apples: Cool caramel to about 200°F before dipping apples, ensuring full coverage.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle toppings onto warm caramel-coated apples immediately after dipping.
- Repeat: Continue with remaining apples and refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg