**Spooky Caramel Apples: A Sweet Treat for Halloween and Beyond**
Caramel apples are a classic fall treat that are perfect for Halloween parties and gatherings. They're also a great way to use up any extra apples you may have on hand. This article provides three delicious recipes for caramel apples, each with a unique twist. The first recipe is for classic caramel apples, made with a simple caramel sauce and your favorite toppings. The second recipe is for chocolate caramel apples, which are coated in a rich chocolate ganache. The third recipe is for peanut butter caramel apples, which are coated in a creamy peanut butter caramel sauce. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in just a few minutes. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some spooky caramel apples that will be the hit of your next party!
HALLOWEEN CARAMEL APPLE
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grocery store apples have a wax coating. You will want to remove the coating before starting to make the caramel apples.
- The traditional way to remove the wax coating is to dip your apples in a pot of boiling water for a short amount of time. When you remove the apples, one at a time, from the pot of water, use a rough cloth to wipe the remaining wax off of the apples. Set aside to allow your apples to cool. (Make sure that your apples are dry). Push a stick into the core of each of the apples.
- Cover each of your cookie sheets with wax paper, taping down each end. Sray the lined cookie sheets with baking spray.
- Next, unwrap your caramels and put them in a glass bowl with 2 tablespoons of water and put it in your microwave.
- Put the bowl of caramels and water in your microwave cooking on heat for 2 minutes, stir and then return to the microwave for another minute, continue repeating this process until the caramel is fully melted.
- Pick up each apple by the candy stick with a fork under the bottom of the apple dipping it into the melted caramel. If necessary use a spoon to cover the apple with the caramel.
- Place each dipped apple on the wax papper lined cookie sheet. When your apples are done place in your refrigerator to cool for about 5 minutes.
- Dip each caramel covered apple into the bowl of peanut bits and roll the sides of the apple in the apple bits. Place back on the wax paper.
- Return to the refrigerator for 15 minutes or until the candy is firm on the apples.
- Melt the purple and orange candy melts in separate bowls in the microwave, one at a time. When the orange candy is melted completely (following the previous steps) pour it into a plastic squeeze bottle and drizzle each apple and set asside to cool in the refrigerator.
- Next, melt the purple candy melts and pour it into another plastic squeeze bottle and drizzle the purple candy on each apple. Return to the refrigerator until the purple melted candy is hardened.
SPOOKY CARAMEL APPLES
These apples are perfect for Halloween or October suppers or gatherings. Cooking time includes refrigeration/setting time (2 hours). Recipe source: Realtor's flier.
Provided by ellie_
Categories Dessert
Time 2h40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Remove stems from apples and insert stick into each apple. Set aside.
- Place chopped nuts into small pie pan or dish. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt caramels with 2 tablespoons water, stirring until smooth. Reduce heat to the lowest setting just to keep caramel melted (if using an electric stove turn off but keep pan on burner ).
- Preparing one apple at a time, dip apple into the melted caramel, twirling to remove excess. Immediately roll caramel coated apple into the nuts.
- Place on wax paper to set, while preparing the remainder of the apples.
- Put chocolate chips and shortening in small microwave safe bowl.Melt on high for 30 seconds to one minute. Pour melted chocolate into a thick large plastic bag (ziplock baggies works well).
- Snip a tiny hole in corner of bag and drizzle chocolate over apples, while holding and turning apple to cover all sides.
- Chill for 2 hours to set.
SPOOKY DIPPED APPLES
These caramel-dipped apples are meant to be spooky looking. But folks are not easily scared off when there's chocolate drizzle and candy corn to enjoy!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Insert wooden pop stick into stem end of each apple. Cover baking sheet with waxed paper; spray with cooking spray.
- Cook caramels and water in large saucepan on medium-low heat until caramels are completely melted, stirring constantly.
- Dip apples in caramel; spoon additional caramel over apples if necessary to evenly coat. Let excess caramel drip off. Scrape bottoms of apples; place on prepared baking sheet. Let stand until caramel is set.
- Spoon melted semi-sweet chocolate into resealable plastic bag. Cut small piece from one of the bottom corners of bag. Drizzle chocolate over dipped apples. Repeat with white chocolate. Decorate apples with candy corn. Refrigerate 5 min. or until chocolate is firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
Tips:
- Choose firm, crisp apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples are all good choices.
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly: This will help the caramel stick to the apples.
- Use a sharp knife to remove the stems and cores from the apples: Be careful not to cut too deeply into the apples.
- Insert lollipop sticks or popsicle sticks into the tops of the apples: This will make it easier to dip the apples in the caramel.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper: This will make it easy to clean up after dipping the apples.
- Have all of your ingredients and supplies ready before you start dipping the apples: This will help the caramel stay smooth and prevent it from hardening.
- Work quickly: Caramel hardens quickly, so you need to work quickly to dip the apples and add the toppings.
- Be careful not to burn yourself: Caramel is very hot, so be careful not to get it on your skin.
- Let the caramel apples cool completely before eating them: This will help the caramel set and harden.
Conclusion:
These spooky caramel apples are a fun and easy Halloween treat that everyone will love. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a special snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delicious and festive treats that are sure to be a hit.
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