Description
Delicious caramel-covered apples that are perfect for fall or any sweet snack craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples. Insert sticks into the tops.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, corn syrup, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it boils.
- Boil without stirring until the syrup reaches a soft ball stage (235°F/113°C), about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Dip each apple into the caramel, twirling to coat evenly. Allow excess caramel to drip off.
- Place the apples on parchment paper to set and cool completely for about 30 minutes.
Notes
For added fun, set up a caramel apple station with various toppings like nuts and chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: caramel apples, fall treats, homemade desserts, sweet snacks