Kittencal’s Caramel Apples 🍏
Overview:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 8-10 caramel apples
Description:
Indulge in the delight of homemade caramel apples with this easy-to-follow recipe! Kittencal’s Caramel Apples bring the nostalgia of childhood and the joy of simple pleasures together in one delightful treat. With no caramels to unwrap, these apples are not only delicious but also fun to make, perfect for a cozy family activity or a festive gathering. You can customize them to your heart’s content by rolling them in mini M&M’s, nuts, chocolate, cereal, or any other toppings of your choice. Whether it’s Halloween, a birthday party, or just a sweet craving, these caramel apples are guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 790
- Fat: 27.7g
- Saturated Fat: 17.4g
- Cholesterol: 77.9mg
- Sodium: 309.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 139g
- Fiber: 4.4g
- Sugar: 110.8g
- Protein: 4.7g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8-10 tart apples
- Wooden sticks for dipping
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Insert 1 wooden stick into each apple. |
| 2 | In a heavy saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. |
| 3 | Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 248 degrees (firm ball stage), which typically takes about 30-40 minutes. For a softer caramel, cook to a few degrees less. |
| 4 | Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. |
| 5 | Dip each apple into the hot caramel mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. |
| 6 | While the caramel is still warm, quickly sprinkle the coated apples with nuts or other desired toppings. |
| 7 | Hold the caramel-coated apples by the sticks and set them on generously buttered wax paper to cool. |
| 8 | Note: If making a double recipe, prepare two separate batches in two separate pots. |
Tips:
- Work quickly when rolling the caramel-coated apples in toppings, as the caramel sets up fast.
- Ensure the wax paper is generously buttered to prevent sticking.
- Experiment with various toppings to create your own unique caramel apple creations!
Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of homemade caramel apples with Kittencal’s beloved recipe. Whether enjoyed during Halloween, birthday parties, or as a special treat any time of the year, these caramel apples are sure to bring smiles and delight to all who taste them! 🎃🍎
