Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Caramel Apple Bites featuring crisp apple pieces on soft, melted caramel atop crunchy pretzels, perfect for a sweet and tangy bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 Apples (Honey Crisp and Granny Smith recommended)
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
Other Ingredients
- 45 Mini Pretzels
- 45 Kraft Caramels
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) to prepare for baking the caramel.
- Prepare Apples: Core the apples, then slice and cut into bite-sized pieces for easy topping.
- Prevent Browning: Place the apple pieces in a small bowl and coat them with lemon juice to keep them from turning brown.
- Arrange Pretzels: Lay out the 45 mini pretzels evenly on a baking sheet, creating a base for the caramel and apple bites.
- Add Caramel: Unwrap each Kraft caramel and place one caramel on top of each pretzel.
- Bake Caramel: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 5-6 minutes, or until the caramels soften but do not fully melt.
- Top with Apple: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately top each softened caramel with a piece of apple to complete your caramel apple bites.
Notes
- You can use a variety of apple types to modify flavor and texture; tart Granny Smith balances the sweetness well.
- Ensure caramels are soft but not melted too much to avoid messiness.
- Serve immediately after topping with apples for the best texture.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle with crushed nuts or a drizzle of chocolate after baking.
- Store leftovers in a cool place but consume within a day for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 9 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
