Caramel Apples Recipe

American · Dessert · 30 min total

Classic caramel apples are a fun and delicious fall treat, featuring crisp apples coated in a rich, buttery caramel sauce.

Ingredients

• 6 medium Granny Smith apples
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (60ml) light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 wooden sticks

Instructions

1. Wash and dry apples thoroughly. Remove stems and insert a wooden stick into the top of each apple.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray lightly with nonstick spray.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cream, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until butter melts and sugar dissolves.
4. Bring mixture to a boil without stirring. Attach a candy thermometer and cook until temperature reaches 248°F (120°C), about 10-15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool for 2 minutes.
6. Dip each apple into the caramel, tilting to coat evenly. Allow excess to drip off, then place on prepared baking sheet.
7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until caramel is set.

Tips

• Use room temperature apples to help caramel adhere.
• If caramel thickens too much, reheat gently over low heat.
• Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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