Description
Indulge in the delightful treat of Caramel Apple Slices, where fresh apple wedges meet a rich homemade caramel sauce. This fun and interactive dessert is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family nights to festive gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can create these sweet morsels, customizing them with your favorite toppings like nuts or chocolate drizzles. With their appealing combination of crisp apples and luscious caramel, these slices not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also provide a healthier option compared to traditional desserts. Gather the family and enjoy the hands-on experience of dipping and decorating your own caramel apple slices!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (washed and sliced)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter
- Optional: 6 oz. dark chocolate chips (for drizzling)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Wash and slice the apples into even wedges.
- In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until dissolved, then boil without stirring until deep amber (about 10 minutes).
- Add kosher salt, heavy cream, and cold butter to the caramel mixture while stirring continuously until smooth.
- Dip each apple wedge into the warm caramel sauce until fully coated, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.
- If desired, melt dark chocolate chips with oil and drizzle over cooled slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple slice (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg