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Homemade Caramel Apples

Crisp apples dipped in buttery caramel and rolled in your favorite toppings. The ultimate fall treat!
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Course: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 crisp apples washed and dried
  • 1 bag caramel candies 11 oz, unwrapped
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or sprinkles optional
  • 6 wooden sticks

Equipment

  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Push a wooden stick firmly into the top of each apple.
  2. Melt the caramels with the cream, stirring until smooth.
  3. Dip each apple, turning to coat, and let the excess drip off.
  4. Roll in toppings if using. Set on parchment until the caramel firms up.

Notes

  • Make sure the apples are washed and dried.
  • Toppings are optional: chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips or sprinkles.