Homemade Caramel Apples

In October, grocery and gift stores have beautiful displays of caramel apples. Some are decorated, some are not, but they all look delicious. Here’s how you can make your own! 

Items You Will Need

•   Flat baking pan
•  Wax paper
•  Small saucepan
•  Wood spoon
•  Small bowl if you opt for chopped nuts, candy, or sprinkles.

Ingredients

•  Nonstick baking spray
•  6 clean, dry, unwaxed apples*
•  6 candy sticks 
•  Bag of square chewy caramel candies (14 oz)
•  2 tablespoons of cream or milk…or water
• Optional - chopped toffee, nuts, chopped candy pieces, sprinkles, etc.

Directions 

1. Line the baking pan with the wax paper and spray the wax paper with the nonstick baking spray.

2. If you plan to add the optional chopped nuts, candies, or sprinkles, prepare them in a separate bowl. This will guarantee easy access.

3. Unwrap the caramels and drop them into the saucepan.

4. Add the cream or milk. Place on stove top over low-medium heat. Stir until it’s smooth, about 3-5 minutes.

5. Dip each apple in the caramel to coat. If the apple doesn’t get coated, tip the pan and turn the apple to coat it thoroughly.

6. Remove the apple from the caramel. Let the extra caramel drip into the saucepan. Then, remove the apple to the baking pan to cool.

7. If you add chopped nuts or candies, dip the apple into the bowl quickly. Do this before placing it on the baking pan. 

8. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving. ENJOY!