Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our irresistible microwaved caramel apples. These sweet treats are a perfect blend of crisp, juicy apples enveloped in a luscious caramel coating, tantalizing your taste buds with every bite. With our curated collection of recipes, you can effortlessly create these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen using your trusty microwave. From the classic caramel apples to variations featuring nuts, chocolate, and even bacon, there's a recipe for every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CARAMEL APPLES
The caramel coating is very gooey, so refrigerate the apples for about 15 minutes, or until the caramel has firmed up. (You will need 6 wooden craft sticks for this recipe.)
Provided by Suzie
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Caramel Apple Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Remove the stem from each apple and press a craft stick into the top. Butter a baking sheet.
- Place caramels and milk in a microwave safe bowl, and microwave 2 minutes, stirring once. Allow to cool briefly.
- Roll each apple quickly in caramel sauce until well coated. Place on prepared sheet to set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.9 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 163.5 mg, Sugar 57.4 g
CARAMEL APPLES
A deep, rich caramel makes for a classic shiny caramel apple.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 candy apples
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add the sugar, corn syrup and 1/2 cup water to a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir a few times before the sugar begins to boil to combine the ingredients. Attach a candy thermometer to the inside of the pan and bring the syrup to a boil. Cook until the syrup begins to turn an amber color, then swirl the syrup to even out the color. Continue to cook until the syrup is a deep amber and the thermometer reads between 375 and 380 degrees F, then remove from the heat. Carefully pour in the cream and gently whisk to combine. Stir in the butter, vanilla and a pinch of salt until smooth. Keep off the heat but keep the thermometer attached to the pan.
- Pierce the apples through the stem ends about halfway through with candy apple sticks. Line a baking sheet with parchment and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- When the temperature of the caramel reads around 190 degrees F, dip an apple, using the stick as a handle and swirling to coat completely. Allow excess caramel to drip off the bottom and use a spatula to help remove any large amount of caramel, as it will pool around the apple when you set it down to cool on the lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining apples, gently heating the caramel on the stovetop over low heat, stirring, if it gets too thick for dipping. Allow the caramel to set and cool completely before serving or wrapping apples, about 1 hour. (See Cook's Note.)
MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES
This is an easy and fast baked apple recipe. Great for brunch or snack. Stuff the apples with any additional fruits that you wish -- cranberries stuffed into apples are especially delicious.
Provided by Nicole M.
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 11m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
- In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spoon the sugar mixture into the apples and set a teaspoon (or more to your taste) of butter on top of each apple. Place the apples in a deep casserole dish and cover.
- Microwave for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until tender. Let the apples sit for a couple minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 33 mg, Sugar 32.1 g
MICROWAVED CARAMEL APPLES
I found this to be the quickest and easiest caramel apple recipe I have tried. I started out using 5 bags of caramels, and then added more as I needed. It really does make the operation much easier using lots of caramel, especially when you can cool and store the rest of the caramel to use in other things, or cut up with scissors and eat as a candy.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash apples, and allow to completely dry and come to room temperature.
- Place buttered wax paper or release foil on a cookie sheet.
- Push sticks into the top of the apples.
- Have toppings in a small bowl nearby.
- Place caramels into a microwave safe or heat safe deep bowl and microwave for two minutes on high.
- Stir caramels if you are able. Be careful as the bowl will be really hot.
- Continue heating caramels on high in 1-minute intervals, always stirring, until mixture becomes very smooth and fluid.
- Quickly dip a couple of apples, swirling them to coat everywhere.
- Hold apples over the bowl and allow to drain, and slide the bottoms of the apples against the top of the bowl to scrape off excess caramel.
- If you like the toppings on the apples, press the apples lightly into the bowl of toppings.
- Place dipped apples on the cookie sheet.
- Check the condition of the caramel and if it is thickening, go ahead and heat it for another minute and stir. Don't worry if you need to reheat often, as it's ok.
- Continue dipping apples and reheating as necessary.
- If you have leftover caramel, pour it onto a heavily buttered cookie sheet and allow to cool and set, then roll it up and place in a ziplock bag to use later.
- You can chill apples to get them to set, or just let them sit in the pan to cool off.
- Place in cupcake liners before serving, and use within 1-2 days.
CARNIVAL CARAMEL APPLES
With four kids (one child whose birthday is November 1), we celebrate Halloween in style around our house. These caramel apples are a tried-and-true favorite year after year. -Gail Prather, Bethel, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12 apples.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter; add the brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil, about 10-12 minutes. Stir in milk. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , Insert Popsicle sticks into apples. Dip each apple into hot caramel mixture; turn to coat. Dip bottom of apples into peanuts. Place on greased waxed paper until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 94g carbohydrate (82g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
QUICK CARAMEL APPLE DIP
This four-ingredient caramel dip is so simple and yummy. People always want to know how long I slaved over the stove to prepare it and are amazed to find that I made it in the microwave. When large marshmallows aren't on hand, I substitute 2 cups of mini marshmallows. -Becky Heiner, West Valley City, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 2-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place caramels in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Add marshmallows; microwave for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted, stirring occasionally. Whisk in butter and cream until combined. Serve with apple slices. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use a microwave-safe bowl that is large enough to hold the apples.
- Make sure the caramel is completely melted before dipping the apples.
- Dip the apples in the caramel and then immediately roll them in the toppings of your choice.
- Place the caramel apples on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and let them cool completely before serving.
- If you don't have any caramel, you can make your own by melting 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of butter, and 1/4 cup of milk in a microwave-safe bowl.
- You can use any type of apple you like, but Granny Smith apples are a good choice because they are firm and tart.
- If you want to make the caramel apples even more festive, you can decorate them with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even edible glitter.
Conclusion:
Microwaved caramel apples are a quick and easy treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious and festive caramel apples that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy dessert, give these microwaved caramel apples a try.
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