Description
Sheet pan caramel apples deliver a nostalgic twist on classic fair treats. Crisp autumn apples get lavishly coated in smooth caramel, offering simple elegance you’ll savor with delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium Granny Smith apples, sliced (about 48 slices total)
- 1 11-ounce (311-gram) bag caramel bits
Dairy and Cream:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
Cooking and Optional Toppings:
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Optional toppings: mini chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, toffee bits, crushed pretzels, M&M’s, chopped candy bars
Instructions
- Warm the sheet pan in the oven at 400°F and coat with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully cut apples into approximately 12 uniform wedges, maintaining the skin for added texture and nutrition.
- Spread apple slices evenly across the preheated baking sheet, ensuring no overlap for consistent caramelization.
- Combine caramel bits and cream in a microwave-safe container, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring until achieving a silky, glossy consistency.
- Generously cascade the molten caramel across apple slices, creating an even, glistening coating.
- Embellish with preferred garnishes like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or toasted coconut for additional crunch and flavor complexity.
- Allow the caramel-coated apples to rest and slightly solidify for 5-7 minutes, maximizing flavor absorption.
- For optimal taste and texture, consume within several hours of preparation, storing any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Choose firm, crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor balance.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Experiment with different toppings like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut for variety.
- Serve immediately for the most enjoyable caramel consistency and apple crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg