Easy Caramel Apples Recipe
Total Time
30 mins
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(48)
Ingredients
10 servings
- 10 apples, or use 8-10 apples depending on size
- 10 skewers for apples
- 22 oz caramels, unwrapped, from two 11 oz bags
- 4 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
- Pinch of salt
- Optional Toppings:
- Chopped pecans
- Sprinkles
- Mini M&M’s
- Shredded coconut
- Crushed Oreo cookies
- Melted chocolate for drizzling
- Crushed pretzels
- Chopped peanuts
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Preparation
Chef’s notes
*Best Caramels:
Kraft or Werther’s Chewy Caramels work well
*Make-Ahead:
Store cooled apples in an airtight container or individually in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Remove wax on store-bought apples by dipping in hot water for a few seconds.
Thoroughly dry the apples.
Skewer the apples and refrigerate before dipping to help the caramel set faster.
Prepare toppings ahead so you can quickly coat before the caramel sets.
To prevent caramel pooling at the bottom, dip, let the excess drip back, then scrape off the extra caramel on the edge of the bowl.
Refrigerate 15 minutes to help the caramel harden before adding melted chocolate drizzle.