Description
Delicious bite-sized treats of crispy apples coated in rich, buttery caramel, perfect for sharing at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
- Prepare your apples: Wash and dry apples thoroughly, then cut into bite-sized chunks. Skewer with small sticks or toothpicks.
- Make the caramel sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Stir until smooth and golden.
- Dip the apple bites: Let caramel cool slightly, dip each apple chunk ensuring a hearty coating, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add the finishing touches: Sprinkle with sea salt or chopped nuts while the caramel is warm.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the bites for about 30 minutes to allow caramel to set.
Notes
For a nut-free option, skip the nuts. If using, choose nuts that complement the apples, like pecans or walnuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Mini Caramel Apple Bites, dessert, fall treats, family recipe, easy recipe