Dive into the delightful world of Caramel Apples, a quintessential fall treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of caramel with the crisp tartness of apples. Start by selecting firm and crisp apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, ensuring they are thoroughly washed and dried.
Insert wooden sticks into each apple, creating a convenient handle for dipping. Prepare a rich caramel sauce by melting butter, brown sugar, and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan. The addition of corn syrup helps achieve a smooth and luscious caramel consistency.
Dip each apple into the warm caramel, coating it generously and allowing any excess to drip off. For added fun, roll the caramel-coated apples in chopped nuts, crushed cookies, or sprinkles, creating a variety of delightful toppings.
Place the caramel apples on parchment paper to cool and set, allowing the caramel to harden into a delectable shell. The result is a perfect harmony of crunchy, sweet caramel enveloping the juicy goodness of the apples.
Caramel Apples are a versatile treat, perfect for Halloween parties, autumn gatherings, or as a whimsical dessert. They provide a wonderful canvas for creativity, allowing you to experiment with different toppings and flavors to suit your preferences.
Whether enjoyed on their own or shared with loved ones, Caramel Apples capture the essence of fall, creating moments of joy and nostalgia. Add a touch of sweetness to your autumn celebrations with these delightful treats that bring together the best of caramel and apples in every crunchy and gooey bite.
I made 50 caramel apples for an event. I was able to find very fresh Honeycrisp apples that were also fairly small. I used 8 lbs of caramels and about 1/2 cup of milk (maybe a bit more). This was very easy (except for the time involved in unwrapping 8 lbs of caramels!). I kept the melted caramel warm in a crockpot (I left the caramel in the measuring cup) and just popped the caramel back in the microwave for 10 second or so if it got too thick. Definitely freeze the apples first and take the advice to dip the apples in boiling water before freezing to remove the wax. These were a big hit and several people said they were the best caramel apples they had ever eaten!
Best caramel apples we've ever made! Followed the recipe and forgot to add the vanilla this time. Still turned out great.
Very simple and fun to make. I made the mistake of putting the apples in the freezer overnight then putting the caramel and toppings on the next day. They were so soggy when we ate them. Definitely going to be refrigerating them only 15 min beforehand.
Awesome. Extremely easy tastes great
Tips from reviews:Used 4 C pyrex to melt carmelWash in hot water, insert stick, then freeze apples for 15 minutes prior to dipping
Worked great!
Even after refrigerating it for 10 minutes (as some other users suggested), it was still super gooey and the caramel layer was thin because it was so gooey. I won’t be making this recipe again..
