SWEET SHOPPE CARAMEL APPLES

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My hand-dipped apples are as beautiful as the ones you'll find at fancy candy counters, only they're fresher, better-tasting and more economical. Make some for Halloween or your next party.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large McIntosh apples
6 Popsicle sticks
2 cups sugar
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1-1/4 cups English toffee bits or almond brickle chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup white baking chips

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside. Wash and thoroughly dry apples. Insert a Popsicle stick into each; place on prepared pan. Chill., In a heavy 3-qt. saucepan, combine the sugar, cream, corn syrup and butter; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 245°, about 1 hour. , Remove from the heat. Working quickly, dip each apple into hot caramel mixture to completely coat, then dip the bottom into toffee bits, about 1/2 in. up the sides. Return to baking sheet; chill., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Transfer to a small heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag. Drizzle over apples. , Repeat with white chips. Chill until set. Remove from the refrigerator 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1331 calories, Fat 58g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 208g carbohydrate (167g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ASHEE
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These are the best caramel apples I've ever had! Thanks for sharing the recipe.


Ankunda Eris
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I've never made caramel apples before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfect!


Tina Flores
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These caramel apples are so good! I love the combination of sweet and tart.


GamerBoy
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Delicious and easy to make! I'll definitely be making these again.


Nokuthula Dimakatso
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I made these caramel apples for my kids' Halloween party, and they were a huge hit! They were so easy to make, and the kids loved them.


Lucifer Morningstar
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These caramel apples are the perfect fall treat! They're sweet, crunchy, and so festive. I love giving them as gifts to my friends and family.


sqinzie sqanser
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow, and the caramel apples always turn out perfect. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.


baba ali
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These caramel apples are delicious! The caramel is perfectly sweet and gooey, and the apples are nice and crisp. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mwesigye Laurian
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I made these caramel apples for a bake sale at my church, and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Ivqn Campos
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My kids loved these caramel apples! They were so excited to help me make them, and they couldn't wait to eat them. They said they were the best caramel apples they've ever had.


Munia Islam
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I've tried many caramel apple recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The caramel is perfectly smooth and creamy, and the apples are crisp and juicy. I'll definitely be making these again!


Sheikh Qamar
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These caramel apples were a hit at my Halloween party! They were so easy to make and looked so festive. I loved the step-by-step instructions with pictures.