Description
Enjoy these Homemade Caramel Apples that blend the tartness of granny smith apples with rich caramel. Simple to make and perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat!
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, melted
- 1/2 cup toppings, such as sprinkles or crushed candy bars
Instructions
- Wash the apples to remove any wax by soaking them in a mix of water and vinegar. Dry thoroughly with a towel.
- Remove the stems from the apples and carefully insert a lollipop stick into the top, about three-quarters of the way through.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and place the apples on top.
Notes
You can use a variety of toppings to customize your caramel apples.
Make sure the apples are completely dry before dipping them in caramel to ensure a good coating.
For a fun twist, try using caramel apple kits available in stores.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 49g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg