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Caramel Apples

It's so much fun to dip your own caramel apples for Halloween! Follow this easy video tutorial to learn the basics, and get you started with 5 yummy toppings to choose from. A special seasonal treat your loved ones will look forward to year after year!
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apples, caramel
Servings: 6 apples, with a little caramel left over
Calories: 552kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 6 apples, washed and dried thoroughly
  • crushed oreos, chopped peanuts, festive sprinkles, mini m&m's, and chopped mini peanut butter cups, for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the cream, butter, and salt in a small pot and heat until the butter is melted, the cream is steaming, and the salt is dissolved.  
  • Remove from the heat and add the vanilla.
  • Place the sugar, corn syrup, and water in a larger pot, and place over medium high heat.  
  • Cook, swirling the pot occasionally, until a rich amber color.  
  • Pour in the cream mixture, and whisk together as it bubbles down.  
  • Continue to cook the caramel on medium heat, until the temperature measures 240 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
  • Push cookie sticks straight down the center of the apples.  
  • Dip into warm caramel, scraping off any excess from the bottom of the apples with a spoon.  
  • While the coating is still warm, coat with assorted garnishes.

Video

Notes

For best results, chop any chocolate toppings and freeze in a single, even layer, before adhering to the warm caramel. ©Baking a Moment

Nutrition

Calories: 552kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 609mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 79g | Vitamin A: 975IU | Vitamin C: 8.6mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 0.2mg