Sheet Pan Caramel Apples 🍏🍫🍬
Ingredients:
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or white, based on preference)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (or substitute with pecans, almonds, or cashews)
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup sprinkles (optional, for a festive touch)
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers (optional, for added texture)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt (optional, for a sweet-salty balance)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Apples:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the apples to ensure toppings stick well.
- Slice into thin wedges, removing the cores. Arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup.
- Drizzle the Caramel:
- Warm the caramel sauce in a microwave-safe bowl for 15-20 seconds until pourable but not too runny.
- Use a spoon to drizzle the caramel evenly over the apple slices.
- Melt the Chocolate:
- Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel-coated apples.
- Add the Toppings:
- Sprinkle chopped nuts, mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and crushed graham crackers over the apples. For a unique twist, you can mix and match sections with different toppings for variety!
- Set and Serve:
- Allow the caramel and chocolate to set slightly, about 5 minutes at room temperature.
- For an extra flavor boost, lightly sprinkle with sea salt just before serving.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness and enjoyment.
Tips:
- Prevent Browning: If prepping apples in advance, toss slices in lemon juice or a light saltwater solution and pat dry before arranging on the sheet pan.
- Customize Toppings: Add crushed cookies, dried fruit, or drizzle white chocolate for a gourmet touch.
- Serving Idea: Provide skewers or forks so guests can pick up individual slices easily.
Time & Yield:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 6-8 (depending on slice size)
- Calories per Serving: ~180 kcal
Enjoy this simple yet spectacular dessert that captures all the joy of caramel apples without the mess! 🍁