Description
Indulge in the sweet, sticky goodness of these homemade Honey Caramel Apples. Perfect for fall treats or dessert, these crunchy apples coated in rich caramel are a delightful combination of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 6 small crisp apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup raw honey
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- wooden sticks or skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and thoroughly dry the apples. Insert a wooden stick into the top of each apple.
- Make the Caramel: In a saucepan, combine honey, heavy cream, butter, and sea salt. Cook until it reaches 245°F, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Dip the Apples: Dip each apple into the caramel, coat evenly, and let excess drip off.
- Set the Apples: Place coated apples on parchment paper to set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting.
Notes
Notes:
- For extra crunch, roll dipped apples in chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or mini chocolate chips before caramel sets.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
