Description
These Homemade Caramel Apples are a delightful treat featuring crisp granny smith apples, rich caramel, and timeless toppings. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 whole granny smith apples
- 12 lollipop sticks
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup karo syrup
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate wafers, white or milk chocolate, melted
- 1/2 cup toppings, sprinkles, crushed candy bars, crystal sugar, etc.
Instructions
- Wash the apples in a mixture of water and white vinegar to remove wax.
- Dry the apples thoroughly using a dish towel or paper towel.
- Remove the stem and insert a lollipop stick into the top of each apple, pushing it 3/4 of the way down.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and place the apples on top.
Notes
Ensure the apples are completely dry for better caramel adherence.
Experiment with various toppings to customize your caramel apples.
Use a candy thermometer to monitor the caramel’s temperature for perfect consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg