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    Home » Halloween & Fall

    Caramel Apple Bites

    Published: August 25, 2022 · Modified: July 13, 2023 by Erika · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These homemade Caramel Apple Bites are made with just 4 simple ingredients. The combination of crisp, juicy apples and sweet, chewy caramel makes them the perfect fall treat. These adorable caramel apples are easy to eat and fun for the whole family to make.

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    • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients You’ll Need
    • Step-By-Step Instructions
    • Toppings
    • Variations
    • Expert Tips
    • Storing
    • Recipe FAQ's
    • More Fall Recipes You'll Love
    • Caramel Apple Bites

    Check out my Cinnamon Rolls With Apple Pie Filling and my Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cookies for more recipes perfect for fall.

    Caramel apples just scream fall! Eating full size caramel apples can be so big and messy, and sometimes hard to finish. These caramel apple bites are the answer! They are super fun to make with your family and perfect for kids to help make.

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    They also make a great party dish or a fun treat for friends!

    four caramel apple bites on parchment paper.

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • The perfect fall treat and only takes 30 minutes to make!
    • They’re bite-sized, crunchy and sweet.
    • Perfect for bringing to parties and events.
    • They’re easy to handle and easy to prepare.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

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    • Apples: Use your favorite apples! Tart apples are best because it balances the sweetness of the caramel.
    • Caramel Bits: You can also use individually wrapped caramels, just make sure they are fresh. If they are stale or old the caramel will be extremely tough after it is melted.
    • Heavy Cream: Helps to make the caramel the perfect consistency.
    • Nuts: This is an optional step, but toppings are fun.

    Step-By-Step Instructions

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    four image process making caramel apples.

    Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place nuts in a small bowls and set aside.

    Step 2: Using a melon baller, scoop rounded balls from all the apples and stick each apple ball on a sucker stick.

    Step 3: In a medium glass bowl, melt caramel bits with heavy cream for 2 min in the microwave. Stir, and if necessary, microwave 30 seconds at a time stirring in between until fully melted.

    Step 4: Apples need to be very dry for caramel to stick. Use a paper towel to dry each apple bite before dipping it in the caramel.

    Step 5: Dip each apple bite in the melted caramel, then immediately in the nuts. You will need to work quickly as caramel cools fast. You can reheat in the microwave if needed.

    Step 6: Place the dipped caramel apple bites on the sheet of parchment paper and put in the freezer for 10 minutes to cool.

    NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!

    hand holding a mini caramel apple bite.

    Toppings

    More fun topping ideas...

    • Chocolate Drizzle
    • Crushed Butterfingers
    • Shredded Coconut
    • Crushed Graham Crackers
    • Mini Marshmallows
    • Chopped Pistachios
    • Crushed Oreos
    • Mini M&Ms
    • Crushed Pretzels
    • Sprinkles
    • Chopped Pecans
    • Mini Chocolate Chips
    • Peanut Butter Drizzle
    • Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon

    Variations

    In lieu of caramel sauce, try...

    • Chocolate Sauce
    • Marshmallow Cream
    • Nutella
    • Nut Butter

    Expert Tips

    • Lightly dust the serving plate with powdered sugar to prevent the bottom of the caramel apples from sticking to the plate.
    • You can place the apple bites in mini cupcake wrappers, typically found in the baking isle of most grocery stores.
    • If you use too much heavy cream, the caramel will not set up well.
    • The apple bites need to be as dry as possible before dipping them into the caramel sauce.
    • Chop nuts finely by putting them in a zip top bag and pounding them with a rolling pin.
    • Add toppings quickly after the caramel or they won’t stick!
    • Refrigerate your apples until ready to serve to keep the caramel from melting.
    • You can also use a popsicle stick or pretzel sticks if you don't have any sucker sticks.

    Storing

    Caramel apples are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Recipe FAQ's

    What is the best kind of apple to use for caramel apples?

    Granny Smith, Golden Delicious and Honeycrisp make great tasting and looking candy apples!

    How do I keep caramel from sliding off apples?

    Allow the caramel to cool for 3-5 minutes before dipping the apples. If it's too hot it will slide off the apples more easily.

    Can these be made ahead of time? 

    They will last well for 3-4 hours in the fridge, or 1-2 hours sitting out at room temperature.

    Do I need to refrigerate caramel apples?

    Yes. Leftover caramel apples should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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    Caramel Apple Bites

    Erika
    These homemade caramel apple bites are made with just 4 simple ingredients. The combination of crisp, juicy apples and sweet, chewy caramel makes them the perfect fall treat. These adorable caramel apples are fun for the whole family to make.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Treats
    Cuisine American
    Servings 20 Servings
    Calories 68 kcal

    Equipment

    • Cookie Baking Sheets

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 large apples
    • 1 ounce bag caramel bits
    • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
    • Finely diced nuts

    Instructions
     

    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place nuts in a small bowls and set aside.
    • Using a melon baller, scoop rounded balls from all the apples and stick each apple ball on a sucker stick.
    • In a medium glass bowl, melt caramel bits with heavy cream for 2 min in the microwave. Stir, and if necessary, microwave 30 seconds at a time stirring in between until fully melted.
    • Apples need to be very dry for caramel to stick. Use a paper towel to dry each apple bite before dipping it in the caramel.
    • Dip each apple bite in the melted caramel, then immediately in the nuts. You will need to work quickly as caramel cools fast. You can reheat in the microwave if needed.
    • Place the dipped caramel apple bites on the sheet of parchment and put in the freezer for 10 minutes to cool.

    Notes

    • Lightly dust the serving plate with powdered sugar to prevent the bottom of the caramel apples from sticking to the plate.
    • You can place the apple bites in mini cupcake wrappers, typically found in the baking isle of most grocery stores.
    • If you use too much heavy cream, the caramel will not set up well.
      The apple bites need to be as dry as possible before dipping them into the caramel sauce.
    • Chop nuts finely by putting them in a zip top bag and pounding them with a rolling pin.
    • Add toppings quickly after the caramel or they won’t stick!
      Refrigerate your apples until ready to serve to keep the caramel from melting.
    • You can also use a popsicle stick or pretzel sticks if you don't have any sucker sticks.
    • Caramel apples are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1apple biteCalories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 4mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

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