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Caramel Apple Slices Easy Party Treats with 7 Best Toppings

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These caramel apple slices are a quick, easy, and customizable party treat featuring crisp apples dipped in homemade caramel and topped with your favorite toppings. Perfect for gatherings, gifting, or cozy nights in, they deliver all the nostalgia of caramel apples without the mess.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Granny Smith apples (or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chopped peanuts or pecans
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Colorful sprinkles
  • Crushed pretzels
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Toffee bits
  • Coconut flakes
  • Drizzled dark chocolate (melt 1/4 cup for drizzling)
  • Crushed cookies (Oreo or graham cracker)
  • Dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry 4 large apples. Slice each apple vertically into 8 wedges (about 1 cm thick). Remove the core and seeds from each slice. Toss the slices in a bowl with 1 tablespoon lemon juice to help prevent browning. Set aside on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add 1 cup granulated sugar. Stir frequently until sugar melts and turns a golden amber color (about 5-7 minutes). Add 6 tablespoons unsalted butter and whisk until melted and combined. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and stir. The mixture will bubble; keep whisking until smooth. Add 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (if using) and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Let caramel cook for 2-3 more minutes, then remove from heat.
  3. Working quickly, dip each apple slice halfway into the warm caramel. Let excess caramel drip off, then place back on parchment paper. If caramel thickens, return to low heat for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Immediately sprinkle or press chosen toppings onto the caramel side of each slice. Try chopped nuts, chocolate chips, sprinkles, pretzel bits, mini marshmallows, toffee bits, coconut flakes, drizzled chocolate, crushed cookies, or dried cranberries.
  5. Let the caramel apple slices rest for 10-15 minutes, or until caramel sets. Slide toothpicks or skewers into each slice for easy serving, if desired.

Notes

Dry apple slices thoroughly before dipping to help caramel stick. Add toppings immediately after dipping for best adhesion. For vegan caramel, use coconut cream and dairy-free butter. Nut-free and gluten-free options are available by swapping toppings. Store slices in a single layer in the fridge for up to 24 hours, separated by parchment paper. If caramel thickens, add a splash of cream and reheat gently.

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