Deluxe Homemade Caramel Apples

Dipped in a rich homemade caramel sauce and coated in a variety of fun toppings, these homemade caramel apples truly are the deluxe version of a fall classic!

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Dipped in a rich homemade caramel sauce and coated in a variety of fun toppings, these homemade caramel apples truly are the deluxe version of a fall classic!

Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 413kcal

Ingredients

6 medium granny smith apples, chilled
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Crushed pretzels, mini chocolate chips, m&ms, flaked coconut, toasted chopped pecans, and sprinkles for coating apples, optional

Instructions

Push a caramel apple stick in each apple and place on a parchment paper-lined sheet pan. Place apples in refrigerator to keep cold while you make the caramel.
Place sugar in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat and allow to melt, stirring frequently. Once melted, whisk in butter and bring to a boil. Slowly add cream (carefully, it will splatter) whisking constantly and allow caramel to cook until golden brown and thick, about 2-3 minutes. Remove caramel from heat and mix in salt.
Allow caramel to cool 10 minutes. Spoon warm caramel over apples, swirling to evenly coat and place back on parchment paper.
Coat apples in optional toppings and allow to set 20 minutes before serving. Store caramel apples in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

Storing Instructions

Store caramel apples in refrigerator up to 6 days.

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