Caramel Chocolate Candy Apples (Printer-Friendly)
Juicy apples layered with caramel and dark chocolate, topped with nuts and sprinkles for a sweet treat.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Fruit
01 -
6 small apples, washed, dried, stems removed
→ Caramel Coating
02 -
2 (9.5-ounce) bags soft caramel candies, unwrapped
03 -
1/4 cup pulp-free orange juice
→ Chocolate Topping
04 -
1 (4-ounce) bar 53% cocoa dark chocolate, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
→ Decoration
05 -
Assorted small candies, chopped nuts, and sprinkles
→ Miscellaneous
06 -
Vegetable oil cooking spray
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with vegetable oil cooking spray. Insert craft or thick wooden sticks halfway into the stem ends of each apple.
02 -
In a medium heavy saucepan over low heat, combine caramel candies and orange juice. Stir occasionally until candies melt and mixture is smooth, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 2 minutes.
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Dip each apple into the caramel mixture until coated. Place coated apples on the prepared baking sheet and allow to set until firm, approximately 2 hours.
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Place chopped dark chocolate in a medium bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir until chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
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Drizzle melted chocolate over caramel-coated apples using a fork. Return apples to the baking sheet and rest for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with assorted candies, chopped nuts, or sprinkles. Let chocolate harden at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours.
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
Use craft or thick wooden sticks to securely support apples during coating.
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For best results, allow caramel to fully set before applying chocolate to prevent slipping.