10 DIY Unique Gourmet Caramel Apples
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10 DIY Unique Gourmet Caramel Apples
When it comes to caramel apples sky’s the limit of the different ways you can decorate them. Starting with the traditional plain caramel apple to a caramel apple infused with Fireball alcohol, the options are endless. We’ll share ideas we found across the internet and ingredients we carry that you can use to create your caramel apples today!
Once you’ve coated your apples with caramel you can start decorating them immediately after!
If you are NOT dipping in chocolate: Leave the caramel as it or coat with preferred toppings immediately. Then place in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to help the apples set. Do not store apples in the fridge.
If you ARE dipping in chocolate: Let caramel completely set before dipping in chocolate. Melt the chocolate according to package directions. Then either dip the apples in chocolate or drizzle over the top. Then add desired toppings immediately and let set.
Tip: For fastest setup and to minimize “feet”, refrigerate apples after dipping for 10-15 minutes. Avoid prolonged refrigeration to prevent condensation.
Here are some great toppings for Caramel Apples:
Chopped Reese Peanut Butter Cups
Here is some inspiration to get creative in making your unique gourmet caramel apples!
1.Butterbeer-Inspired Caramel Apple. Crushed Heath Bar Chunks and Chopped, Butter Toasted Peanuts.
2.Fruity Pebbles Caramel Apple
3.Movie Night Caramel Apple: Mini M&Ms, Chocolate-Covered Raisins, and Cracker Jacks Caramel Popcorn.
4.Smores Caramel Apple: Mini Chocolate Chips, Crushed Graham Crackers and Mini Marshmallows.
5.Apple Pie Caramel Apple: Apple dipped in Caramel, then dipped in White Chocolate, and rolled in Cinnamon Sugar.
8.Crushed Oreo Caramel Apple: Apple dipped in Caramel, then dipped in White Chocolate, then rolled in Crushed Oreo.
9.Mickey Mouse Caramel Apple: Apple dipped in Caramel, topped with two marshmallows for Mickey’s ears, then dipped in Milk Chocolate, and dipped in M&M's.
10.Pumpkin Pie Caramel Apple: Just add pumpkin pie spice into melted caramel.
So buy some Peter’s Caramel or Merckens Caramel today along with some of your favorite toppings and start making your own unique gourmet Caramel Apples today!