Caramel Apples
Calories: 20
Adjust Servings Here: 12 Apples
Description
What if I told you that the secret to perfect, easy caramel apples is making your own homemade caramel? Yes, you read that right. With this foolproof recipe, you'll learn how to achieve the ideal caramel consistency that will awe your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 12 med Apples (Granny Smith or another tart variety)
- 12 large Wooden sticks or skewers
Homemade Caramel
- 2 cups (440 g) Brown sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) Heavy cream
- ½ cup (115 g) Unsalted butter (1 stick)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Light corn syrup
- ½ tsp Vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp Salt
Optional toppings
- Chopped nuts
- Sprinkles
- Crushed cookies
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prep apples - Wash the apples thoroughly to remove any wax, and dry them well. This will help the caramel to stick better. Insert a wooden stick or skewer into the stem end of each apple.12 med Apples , 12 large Wooden sticks or skewers
- Heat Ingredients - Combine the sugar, heavy cream, butter, and corn syrup in a medium-heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved.2 cups Brown sugar, 1 cup Heavy cream, ½ cup Unsalted butter (1 stick), ¼ cup Light corn syrup, ½ tsp Vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp Salt
- Boil to Temperature - Once the sugar has dissolved, increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 245°F (firm-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Cool - Remove the pan from the heat and carefully stir the vanilla extract. Let the caramel cool for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly, making it easier to coat the apples.
- Dip Apples - Holding an apple by the stick, dip it into the caramel, tilting the pan and turning the apple as needed to coat it evenly. Allow any excess caramel to drip back into the pan.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Roll the caramel-coated apples in any optional toppings while the caramel is still warm and sticky.Chopped nuts, Sprinkles, Crushed cookies, Shredded coconut
- Set - Place the coated apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and set.
- Serve - Once the caramel has set, the apples are ready to be served. Enjoy them immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Note - Be cautious when making and handling caramel, as it gets boiling. Keep children away from the stove when making caramel, and use oven mitts to take the saucepan.
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