MONSTER CARAMEL APPLES

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Our Test Kitchen used Karen Ann Bland's delicious recipe for caramel apples and added fun ingredients to make these special Halloween treats. -Karen Ann Bland, Gove, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 to 10 medium apples
8 to 10 wooden sticks
32 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped
1 cup butter, cubed
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 squares (1 ounce each) white candy coating, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup orange and brown sprinkles

Steps:

  • Wash and thoroughly dry apples; insert a wooden stick into each. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; chill. Place cookie crumbs in a shallow dish; set aside. , In a heavy 3-qt. saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, milk and corn syrup; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until mixture reaches 248° (firm-ball stage) on a candy thermometer, about 30-40 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , Dip each apple into hot caramel mixture to completely coat, then dip the bottom in cookie crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere. Return to baking sheet to cool. , In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Transfer to a small plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag. Drizzle coating over apples. Decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 943 calories, Fat 38g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 154g carbohydrate (119g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Chris Onuoma
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I've never made caramel apples before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfect and they were so delicious.


Paige Blazer
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These caramel apples are the perfect fall treat. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Malik Ubaid
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. The caramel is so easy to make and it's the perfect topping for apples.


Mumboys Jimo
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These caramel apples are delicious! I made them for my Halloween party and they were a huge hit. They're so easy to make and they look so festive.


Kadiatou D Bah
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I love this recipe! The caramel is so smooth and creamy, and the apples are perfectly crisp. I've made these caramel apples several times now and they're always a hit.


Pamela Reginal
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These caramel apples are the perfect fall treat. They're sweet, tart, and crunchy all at the same time. I love dipping them in melted chocolate or caramel sauce.


Julissa Castano
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I've made these caramel apples several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they look so impressive. I love that I can use any kind of apples I have on hand.


M. Azad Bloch
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These caramel apples are amazing! I made them for a party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them.


Pelzom Dechen
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Delicious! The caramel is rich and flavorful, and the apples are perfectly crisp. I will definitely be making these again.


Shahida Naeem
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These caramel apples are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can use any kind of apples I have on hand, and the caramel is always perfect. I highly recommend this recipe!