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Easy 5-Ingredient Caramel Apples

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp salted butter
  • 2 bags Kraft caramel bits
  • ½ cup hazelnut creamer or any favorite flavor
  • Ghirardelli chocolate candy melts or almond bark
  • Optional toppings: chopped peanuts, crushed cookies, festive sprinkles, or crushed pretzels

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Apples
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Quickly dip each apple for a few seconds to remove the wax coating.
  3. Pat dry with paper towels. Insert a wooden stick into the stem end of each apple.
  4. Chill apples in the fridge for about 15 minutes — this helps the caramel stick beautifully.
  5. Make the Caramel
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine caramel bits, creamer, and butter over medium-low heat.
  7. Stir continuously until smooth and melted (about 5–7 minutes).
  8. If the caramel is too thick, add a splash of creamer to thin it slightly.
  9. Dip the Apples
  10. Remove the saucepan from heat. Dip each apple into the caramel, swirling to coat evenly.
  11. Let the excess drip off, then place apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  12. Allow to cool completely.
  13. Add Chocolate
  14. Melt chocolate candy melts according to package directions.
  15. Drizzle over cooled caramel apples — or dip them halfway for an extra-decadent look.
  16. Decorate
  17. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle on chopped nuts, sprinkles, or any topping you love.
  18. Set & Enjoy
  19. Let apples rest at room temperature for 1–2 hours, or refrigerate for faster setting.
  20. Share, gift, or simply enjoy your festive fall treat!

Notes

A Cozy Tip from Rosie’s Corner

Wrap each apple in parchment, tie it with twine, and add a cinnamon stick or sprig of greenery for the prettiest homemade gift. They’re as charming as they are delicious.