๐ Halloween Caramel Apples ๐
Description:
Just watch the look on the trick or treaters faces when you pop one of these in their sack. When I was a kid, this was the ultimate goodie.
Recipe Category: Apple
Keywords: Fruit, Canadian, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, Halloween, Microwave, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 378
- Fat: 8.3g
- Saturated Fat: 3.1g
- Cholesterol: 10.4mg
- Sodium: 200.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 77.4g
- Fiber: 3.4g
- Sugar: 63.9g
- Protein: 3.9g
Servings: 12 Caramel apples
Ingredients:
- 12 apples
- 12 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 4 packages caramels (unwrapped)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter a large microproof casserole dish, be generous with the butter. |
| 2 | Butter a piece of waxed paper and cover a cookie sheet with it. |
| 3 | Push a wooden popsicle stick into each apple through the stalk. |
| 4 | Unwrap the caramels (this is the most time consuming). |
| 5 | Place them with water in the casserole dish. |
| 6 | Microwave on medium-high (70% power) for 4 minutes. |
| 7 | Stir well and microwave on medium-high (70% power) until the caramels are melted. |
| 8 | Blend in the cinnamon. |
| 9 | Dip each apple in the caramel, turning to coat evenly. |
| 10 | Place apples on waxed paper until set. |
| 11 | If the caramel thickens as you work, return it to the microwave and reheat. |
| 12 | Wrap each apple in plastic wrap completely covering the apple so when it is thrown into the treat bag it won’t stick to everything else. |
| 13 | NB: You can also do this recipe using a double boiler; it just takes a little longer, but the results are the same. |
๐ฉโ๐ณ Tips & Tricks:
- Be patient when unwrapping the caramels; it’s worth it!
- Use firm apples to ensure they hold up well to the caramel.
- If you prefer a thinner caramel coating, you can add a bit more water while melting.
- Get creative with toppings! Crushed nuts or sprinkles make fun additions.
๐ Note:
The magic of Halloween comes alive with these homemade caramel apples. Whether you’re indulging yourself or delighting the neighborhood ghosts and goblins, these treats are sure to be a hit!
