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… … … Skip to Content Wholesome Farmhouse RecipesFresh recipes from our plate to yours Jump to RecipeLearn how to make professional caramel apples. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Even if you’re not a professional pastry chef. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can create delicious, show-stopping caramel apples that will have your guests raving.The best part- It is pretty easy to make. In just under an hour, you can have 5-10 caramel apples ready for eating or gifting.I hope you give this a try, it really is one of the easiest recipes.Caramel tastes like a think and rich buttery sauce with a creamy texture that is slightly sweet. Additionally, as the caramel cools, it becomes sticky.Autumn is officially here, and that means one of the most quintessential Autumnal treats: Easy Caramel Apples. You might be intimidated by the idea of making them at home. Making caramel apples at home is surprisingly easy.Don’t worry, I’m here to show you how it’s done. In this post, we’ll show you how to make them like a pro, with gooey, delicious caramel and toppings that will impress your friends and family. These caramel apples will look (and taste) like something you bought from a professional bakery.Read on for our step-by-step guide!First, let’s talk about what kind of apples are best for caramel apples. While the toppings are important, having a good apple to begin with is key to a delicious treat.The most popular apple to use is the tart Granny Smith apple. Why? It is tart with a good crunch that compliments the sweetness of the caramel. And many bakers like the contrasting color of the green apple and the golden caramel topping colors.In general, look for apples that have more of a sweet-tart flavor profile such as a Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Pink Lady, Fuji, or Pippin. They should be firm and of medium size.Avoid apples that are overly sweet and those that are soft.Pro Tip. Look for apples that are uniformly round with an even bottom. They will look nice and sit on the platter without toppling over. Additionally, choose fresh apples that are firm without spots.Post contains affiliate links, and we earn commissions if you shop through the links on this page. For more information, please read the disclosure section under the About Us page.Wash off any waxy coating.Next, insert sturdy candy sticks in the middle from the top through to the bottom. I like to use the round skewers.Set the prepared apples on a parchment lined baking sheet. Place them in the freezer to chill while you make the caramel sauce.Pro Tip. By chilling the apples, the hot caramel will set faster, which will help the caramel adhere to the apple when you dip them in the hot caramel.Baking Tray Prep Pro Tip. Do NOT use wax paper or aluminum foil to like your baking tray. The dipped apples are very difficult to remove from the wax paper and foil. Stick with the parchment paper.Use simple ingredients to make this dreamy caramel sauce. There are a few other caramel recipes that I have used; however, I keep coming back to this one. It has become one of my favorite recipes for caramel.In a sauce pan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, light corn syrup, and milk. Bring to a boil and continue cooking until thickened, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla extract or other flavorings as desired.You can use this as a homemade caramel dip for other fruits, pretzels, graham crackers, and other treats. Drizzle it over ice cream for a little indulgence.If you plan on having a classic caramel apple, you can skip this step. However, if you want to dress your up a bit, prepare your toppings before you dip your apples I the hot caramel as this will go on top of the caramel.This way, they will adhere nicely while the caramel sets up.If you plan on drizzling melted chocolate over the top, get that melted and ready. Once the caramels have been placed on the parchment, it is easy to trickle on the chocolate. You can use white chocolate, milk chocolate, dark chocolate or even hazelnut chocolate. Or use a combination for more taste and visual appeal.Pro Tip. Make the toppings smaller so you can use the stick to roll the apple back and forth through the chosen topping. So, crush things and chop them up, or use mini versions of things.Here are some of our favorite toppings:Next, remove the chilled apples from the freezer and quickly dip them one at a time into the hot caramel sauce. Let the excess caramel drip off the apple. If the caramel is running off the apple, hold it upside down for 10-20 seconds until the caramel has started to set up on the cold apples.Pro Tip. Store any leftover caramel sauce in a covered glass jar in the refrigerator up to 4 weeks.Roll in any prepared toppings and place back on the parchment paper to continue setting up.For best results, once all the apples are coated, place the tray in the refrigerator to finish setting up, about 15-20 minutes.You have just made a delicious gourmet caramel apple.Once your homemade caramel apples are completely set, they are ready to enjoy, or you can place in a clear cellophane bag with a ribbon on top or a box for great gifts.If you are hosting a party and serving caramel apples, it is nice to have an apple slicer corer to quickly make apple slices. This way, your guests can enjoy their various flavors without getting messy.If you like caramel apples, you may enjoy my Grandmother’s Apple Pie Recipe.Store leftover caramel apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to one week for ultimate freshness. Pin Recipe Print Recipe Learn how to make professional caramel apples. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Even if you’re not a professional pastry chef. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can create delicious, show-stopping caramel apples that will have your guests raving.As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Serving TrayTiered TrayHalf Sheet PanDessert PlateClick here to add your own private notes. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.Find us on Why is my Irish soda bread so hard? What is the Best Way to Store Cabbage? Brown Sauce for Chicken and Vegetables Making a Delicious Rotisserie Chicken Casserole How Many Layers of Phyllo Dough Should I Use? Why is my Irish soda bread so hard? What is the Best Way to Store Cabbage? Brown Sauce for Chicken and Vegetables Making a Delicious Rotisserie Chicken Casserole How Many Layers of Phyllo Dough Should I Use?

… … … Skip to Content Wholesome Farmhouse RecipesFresh recipes from our plate to yours Jump to RecipeLearn how to make professional caramel apples. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Even if you’re not a professional pastry chef. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can create delicious, show-stopping caramel apples that will have your guests raving.The best part- It is pretty easy to make. In just under an hour, you can have 5-10 caramel apples ready for eating or gifting.I hope you give this a try, it really is one of the easiest recipes.Caramel tastes like a think and rich buttery...

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