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Caramel Apples

Incredibly delicious caramel apples! The caramel coating is very gooey, so refrigerate the apples for about 15 minutes, or until the caramel has firmed up.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 2036.7 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 6 Wooden Craft Sticks
  • 1 Spatula or Heatproof Spoon For stirring melted caramel
  • 1 Cooking Spray To prevent sticking on the baking sheet

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 6 firm apples such as Granny Smiths
  • 6 wooden craft sticks
  • cooking spray
  • 1 14 ounce package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions
 

  • Gather the ingredients. Dotdash-Meredith Food Studios
  • Remove the stem from each apple and press a craft stick into the top. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Dotdash-Meredith Food Studios
  • Place caramels and milk in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave for 2 minutes, stirring once. Set aside to cool briefly. Dotdash-Meredith Food Studios
  • Roll each apple quickly in caramel sauce until well coated. Place on prepared sheet to set. Dotdash-Meredith Food Studios
  • Enjoy! Photographer: Brie Goldman / Food Styling: Annie Probst / Prop Styling: Sue Mitchell
  • Chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
  • Colorful sprinkles
  • Melted milk or white chocolate
  • Candy bar pieces (such as Heath Bars or Reese’s Cups)
  • Crushed Oreos
  • Toasted coconut flakes

Notes

Achieving perfect caramel apples hinges on meticulous preparation. Ensure apples are thoroughly cleaned and completely dry; any residual moisture will prevent proper caramel adhesion. Chilling the apples slightly before dipping can also help the caramel set faster and more evenly. When melting the caramel, maintain a gentle, consistent heat to avoid scorching; if using a microwave, stir every 30-60 seconds for a smooth, homogenous mixture. Allow the melted caramel to cool for a few minutes before dipping; caramel that is too hot will simply slide off. For a thicker, more stable coating, consider a quick second dip after the first layer has slightly set. Experiment with tart apple varieties like Granny Smiths to balance the sweetness of the caramel. For presentation, a sprinkle of sea salt or a drizzle of tempered chocolate after setting elevates the experience.