Caramel Apples
Caramel apples are a delightful autumn treat that blend the crispness of fresh apples with rich, gooey caramel. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these homemade goodies not only taste amazing but are also customizable with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re crafting them for Halloween or simply to satisfy a sweet tooth, these caramel apples will bring joy to every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium fresh Granny Smith apples
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 popsicle sticks
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Stir until melted and golden brown.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract; let cool slightly.
- Insert popsicle sticks into each apple and dip them into the warm caramel until fully coated.
- Place dipped apples on parchment paper to cool completely for about 30 minutes.
- Optional: While the caramel is warm, roll in toppings like nuts or sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel apple (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 58g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg