How to Make Caramel for Apples - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the combination of crisp, tart apples and rich, sweet caramel that just screams fall. Whether you're enjoying a caramel-dipped apple at a carnival or making them at home for a cozy movie night, there's no denying the deliciousness of this classic treat.

While store-bought caramel is convenient, making your own caramel for apples can take the experience to a whole new level. Not only can you customize the flavor and texture to your liking, but there's something i...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup butter at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the white sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil and heat to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface.
  • Stir in the butter and heavy cream carefully - the mixture will bubble up. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Cool slightly before dipping apples or other fruit; caramel should cling to a spoon and drip slowly. Let apples set on waxed paper or parchment.
  • Nutrition

    380 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 280mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Total Sugars: 32g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Potassium: 33mg