Caramel Apple Recipe
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Ingredients
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Apples
Caramel Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Apples
Wash and Prepare the Apples
Rinse the medium-sized apples under cold water to remove any wax or residue. Pat them dry with a cloth.
Insert Sticks
Insert a wooden stick or skewer into the top of each apple, pushing it in about halfway.
Making the Caramel Sauce
Cook the Sugar
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar. Stir gently until it begins to melt and turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Butter
Once the sugar is melted, carefully add the unsalted butter and stir until fully incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
Incorporate Heavy Cream
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up. Continue stirring until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Finish with Salt
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the salt. Allow the caramel sauce to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Assembling the Caramel Apples
Dip the Apples
Carefully dip each prepared apple into the warm caramel sauce, twisting it to ensure even coverage. Allow excess caramel to drip off.
Add Toppings
If desired, roll or sprinkle the dipped apples in chopped nuts or sprinkles immediately after dipping while the caramel is still warm.
Cool the Apples
Place the coated apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them cool at room temperature until the caramel hardens, about 30 minutes.