Mouth-Watering Caramel Apples
Caramel apples are a classic fall favorite and some people hand them out on Halloween night because they are a popular treat. They are so fun to decorate and the topping options are endless.
You see candy and caramel apples apples in grocery stores this time of year. What is the difference between the two…caramel apples are coated in a layer of melted caramel, while candy apples are coated in a layer of melted sugar. Either way they are both delicious!
What kind of apples are good for caramel apples?
FujiPink
Lady Granny Smith
Honey Crisp
Jonagold
There are so many options for your toppings on caramel apples. Let me share a few…
Finely chopped nuts
Mini M&M’s
Halloween Sprinkles
Crushed Oreos or other cookies
Granola
Wouldn’t it be fun to invite friends and families over for a Caramel Apple Bar?
Here is what you need to do…..
Put the caramels and water in a crockpot and let it melt.
Then lay out some dishes of candy,
mini chocolate chips,
M&M’s,
Halloween sprinkles etc.
Time to dip your apples in the caramel and then roll them in the candies. Easy Peasy!! So Delicious!! My mouth is watering so let’s get started with the recipe……
Ingredients
- 1 11-oz. package Kraft Caramel Bits (or unwrapped carambspels)
- 3/4 tsp vanilla ( double this)
- 1 tbsp water
- 4 Granny Smith apples
Instructions
- Wash and dry your apples. They have to be dry, or the caramel will not stick. Then, push a wooden craft stick into the top of each apple after removing the stem.
- Combine caramels, vanilla and water in a saucepan and cook over low heat stirring constantly until caramels melt.
- Roll in toppings if desired, then let cool on a parchment-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Store leftover dipped apples in the refrigerator.
