How to Make Caramel Apples
Caramel apples are easy-to-make fall sweet essentials! Because you only need a few ingredients and your favorite toppings of choice, it'll make a great and tasty activity for the kids after some family fun at Apple Picking!
What you need:
- Caramel apple sticks
- Caramel candy (1 bag or more)
- Apples
- Heavy Cream (3 tablespoons, adjust as necessary)
- Toppings of choice!
Directions:
- Prepare the apples by rinsing and drying with a paper towel, then, insert a caramel apple stick into the center of each apple.
- Line a baking sheet or baking dish with a sheet of parchment paper. Spray paper with a non-stick cooking spray, then let it set in the fridge.
- Prepare toppings now (if desired) placing the toppings in separate bowls or plates.
- Add caramels and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl, then heat in the microwave in 30-second increments until melted and smooth, stirring in between (about 2 minutes). Let cool if too runny.
- Dip apples in caramel one at a time, rotating the apple to coat the apple fully. Lift apple, and let excess caramel runoff
- Roll the caramel-coated apples into your desired toppings before caramel sets.
- Place finished apple upright onto the prepared baking sheet in the fridge. Repeat with remaining apples!
- Allow caramel to set in the fridge, for about 30 minutes.
Here are some of our favorite toppings to try!
Mini M&Ms
Coconut Flakes
Crushed Oreos
Don't forget to share with us your favorite caramel apple toppings! Pick up some fresh apples and your favorite candy toppings at your local Market Basket today!