Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Chocolate or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly.
- Insert a stick into the top of each apple.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Stir until the mixture reaches a boil, then let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.
- Dip each apple into the caramel, letting excess drip off.
- Place apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Decorate with chocolate or sprinkles as desired.
- Let caramel set for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm apples for best results.
- Use candy thermometer for precise caramel temperature.
- Store leftovers in a cool, dry place.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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